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Minutes of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System

Board of Regents

December 3, 1998

(Note: The Honorable W. Todd Walton, District Court Judge, 19th Judicial District, administered the Oath of Office for Ms. Gladys Hoskins on December 2, 1998, at 1:00 p.m. prior to Board Committee meetings.)

The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) Board of Regents convened in a regular session on December 3, 1998, at 8:30 a.m. (EST) at Maysville Community College in Maysville. Chair Johnson presided over the meeting. The press was notified on November 24, 1998.

ROLL CALL
The following members were present: Mr. Bean, Ms. Fiorella, Dr. Hanel, Mr. Hoseus, Ms. Johnson, Mr. McCool, Mr. Powell, Ms. Read, and Ms. Williams. Mr. Banks joined the meeting about 9:30 a.m. Ms. Hoskins, Mr. Lichtenberg, Ms. Littell, and Mr. Russow did not attend.

AGENDA
By general consent, Chair Johnson moved Agenda Item D, Presidential Search, to the end of the agenda.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES  
MOTION: Mr. Bean moved that the minutes of the November 17, 1998, special meeting be approved. Mr. McCool seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

*Original agenda materials, along with meeting handouts, are kept with the minutes in KCTCS offices. Meeting audiotapes also are available.

MOTION: Mr. Bean moved that the minutes of the September 16, 1998, regular meeting be approved. Ms. Fiorella seconded the motion.

MOTION: Mr. Powell moved to amend the September 16, 1998, Board minutes action adopting the KCTCS Retirement Plan Policies by adding "that if the costs exceed the amount of funds already budgeted, staff will take the issue back to the Finance Committee." Mr. Bean seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion to amend passed unanimously.

VOTE ON AMENDED MINUTES: Motion passed unanimously.

CHANCELLOR FOR UK COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM
Dr. Hockaday presented the recommendation that the Board appoint Anthony Newberry as Chancellor for the UK Community College System, effective December 3, 1998.

Dr. Hockaday pointed out that House Bill 1 stipulates that the candidates are to be interviewed by the President, and the President is to make a recommendation to the Board of Regents for approval. He said that he discussed Dr. Newberry’s candidacy with each of the three presidential candidates, and each recommended that Dr. Newberry’s nomination be taken to the Board. Dr. Hockaday’s introduction of Dr. Newberry follows:

Dr. Newberry has 12 years of outstanding administrative experience and strong roots as teaching faculty. He is open, participatory, and a leader. He likes and involves people. He is a strong community college advocate, and an advocate for education. He is versatile, hard-working, and patient; but he is also restless about getting things done. He has a Bachelor's Degree in English from Emory and Henry College, a Master's and a Ph.D. in History from Ohio University. He has served as Interim Chancellor since January 1998. Prior to that time he was Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs. He has served as Interim President at Lexington Community College and President of Ashland Community College. He has earned many civic, educational, and community leadership awards from distinguished organizations. Most of all, he is a great human being and an excellent choice for the Chancellor of the Community College Branch of KCTCS.

MOTION: Dr. Hanel moved that Dr. Newberry be appointed Chancellor of the Community College System. Ms. Fiorella seconded the motion.

VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.

SACS UPDATE
Dr. Newberry expressed his appreciation to the Board members for their support during the time he served as Interim Chancellor and for their vote appointing him Chancellor. Also, he expressed his appreciation for the support of the faculty and staff of the community colleges and the technical colleges. He said it was a privilege to work with two extraordinary interim presidents—Jim Ramsey and Jeff Hockaday. This is a great day as we poise to move ahead into the new era.

Regarding the Substantive Change Process of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), Dr. Newberry reported that the Community College System (CCS) is in a waiting period. The Substantive Change Committee, headed by Dr. John E. Pickelman of the North Harris Montgomery Community College District in Texas, conducted an on-site visit October 18-21, with numerous interviews with Board members, community college presidents, and chairs of local boards of directors. The exit interview with the Committee was positive, and the formal written Committee Report is expected to arrive in about two weeks. Based on the exit interview, the Committee was impressed with a number of things about the System. The Committee was quite clear that the Memorandum of Understanding that the Board worked out with the UK Board of Trustees was appropriate and was sorely needed. (The Attorney General’s opinion on the Memorandum of Understanding is expected in about two to three weeks.)

When the formal Committee Report is received, the CCS will submit in about 90 days a response or progress report on efforts to address the issues raised in the Committee Report. The CCS response and the Committee Report will go to the Commission on Colleges, SACS, for review and action at its June 1999 meeting. Once the Commission takes action, it is likely that the CCS will have a follow-up process, perhaps even another visit from SACS next fall. Twelve of the community colleges will be undergoing self-studies in preparation for accreditation visits that will occur during the fall of 2000 or the spring of 2001. Owensboro Community College is on a different cycle.

BOARD OFFICERS
Mr. Hoseus, Chair of the Nominating Committee, reported that the Committee recommends the following elected officers for 1999: Martha Johnson, Chair; Michael Hoseus, Vice Chair; and Cynthia Read, Secretary. The Committee recommends two appointments: Sandy Gubser, Treasurer; and Patsy Stice, Assistant Secretary.

MOTION: Mr. Bean moved that the Board adopt the Committee’s recommendations as presented. Mr. McCool seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT
Chair Johnson asked Mr. Hoseus, Vice Chair, to present the Executive Committee’s report.

KCTCS Foundation
Tim Burcham presented to the Executive Committee an overview of the important factors to consider in forming a KCTCS Foundation. The role of the Board in the creation of the foundation would be to authorize its creation and to support efforts to execute a comprehensive resource development program for KCTCS. Copies of the presentation highlights were distributed at both the Committee meeting and the Board meeting.

Comprehensive Resource Development Resolution RECOMMENDATION: That the Board adopt the Resolution Endorsing a Comprehensive Resource Development Program.

MOTION: Mr. Powell moved that the Board approve the recommendation. Ms. Read seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

(The resolution adopted is attached as Agenda Item H-2.)

Resolution on Diversity
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board adopt the Resolution on Diversity.

MOTION: By direction of the Executive Committee, Mr. Hoseus moved that the Board approve the recommendation. Ms. Fiorella seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

(The resolution adopted is attached as Agenda Item H-3.)

Communications Issues
The creation of the Office of External Affairs within the KCTCS organization structure resulted in the realignment of certain functions that had resided in the Branch Chancellors’ offices. The Public and Media Relations area is headed by Bryan Armstrong, and the Internal Communications area is headed by Jackie Bondurant. Copies of a handout listing the key functions of the Office for External Affairs were distributed.

Mr. Armstrong distributed copies of the KCTCS timeline and news clippings to Board members and reported that the first KCTCS Annual Report will be available soon. He acknowledged three individuals that assisted with the preparation of the Annual Report—Toni Fehring a graphic arts instructor at Northern Kentucky Technical College, and two of her students, Christine Ball and Cyndi Spence.

Marketing Logo
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board adopt a marketing logo to be used for the image and marketing of KCTCS.

MOTION: By direction of the Executive Committee, Mr. Hoseus moved that the Board approve the recommendation. Mr. Bean seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

1999 Meeting Dates
MOTION: By direction of the Executive Committee, Mr. Hoseus moved that the Board meeting dates for 1999 be changed to the dates listed below:

February 11-12, Bowling Green Technical College

April 29-30, Hazard Community College

June 17-18, Central Kentucky Technical College

Anderson Campus

July 29-30, Owensboro Community College

October 7-8, Jefferson Technical College

December 2-3, System Office, Lexington

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

Regional Center in Hopkinsville
Mr. Hoseus asked Dr. Hockaday to discuss a proposed resolution pertaining to the Regional Center in Hopkinsville.

Dr. Hockaday said that Murray State University (MSU) is asking the Board to endorse a site for the Center other than the one near the community college and that the building be designed to meet expanded upper-division and graduate postsecondary education needs. He said that the Board favors the location near the community college. The design of the building is to be a cooperative effort between KCTCS and MSU, and it should include services for all students—freshmen through graduate school. The proposed resolution excludes freshmen and sophomore students. The reason for this is that KCTCS has not been involved in the planning and design work as it wants to be.

Dr. Hockaday recommended that the Board decline to adopt the proposed resolution until KCTCS is involved in the project, until KCTCS has complete knowledge and understanding of what has taken place, and until KCTCS can give an opinion on the location of the Center.

MOTION: By direction of the Executive Committee, Mr. Hoseus moved that the Board decline to adopt the resolution and direct Dr. Hockaday to communicate the Board’s concerns to the Murray State University President. Mr. Bean seconded the motion.

Ms. Read pointed out that the Board did not take a stand on the location. While the Board had expressed interest in the Center being on the Hopkinsville Community College property, the important message is that the Board wants to be involved in the planning and design of the Center and wants the best location possible selected.

VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORT
Dr. Hanel presented the Committee’s report. 

Owensboro Community College
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approves submission of the AAS degree program in Computer Information Systems for Owensboro Community College to the Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE).

Dr. Hanel said that the proposed program is in response to workforce needs resulting from the expansion and addition of many new businesses and industries. Graduates of the program can expect immediate employment.

MOTION: By direction of the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee, Dr. Hanel moved that the Board accept the recommendation.

Ms. Fiorella seconded the motion.

Mr. Bean asked if this program or any of the proposed programs would require new funding. Dr. Hanel replied that each of the colleges submitting new program proposals has indicated that their programs can be implemented through the reallocation of funds or through external support from business and industry.

VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.

Prestonsburg Community College
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve submission of the AAS degree program in Human Services for Prestonsburg Community College to CPE.

Dr. Hanel said the college has documented the need for qualified Human Service professions in the Prestonsburg area. Part of the need can be attributed to the federal prison under construction in the area. Funding for the program will be provided through internal reallocation of resources.

MOTION: By direction of the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee, Dr. Hanel moved that the Board accept the recommendation.

Mr. Hoseus seconded the motion.

VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.

Kentucky AdvancedTechnology Institute
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve submission of the AAS degree program in Network and Information Systems Technology (NIST) for the Kentucky Advanced Technology Institute (KATI) to CPE.

Dr. Hanel pointed out that the Board approved this program for several community colleges in September. Approving this program for KATI will enable the Institute to offer the program and to become part of the NIST Consortium. The general education courses can be taken at the community colleges in KCTCS on site or through distance learning or at the Bowling Green Community College which is part of Western Kentucky University. The need for graduates is local, regional, and even national, and appears to be intensifying as improvements in technology accelerate. Existing resources will be used to implement the program.

MOTION: By direction of the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee, Dr. Hanel moved that the Board accept the recommendation.

Mr. Powell seconded the motion.

Mr. Banks asked if any of the colleges submitting new program proposals require a qualitative or quantitative waiver. In response to Dr. Hockaday’s request, Tony Newberry and Tara Parker confirmed that no waiver requests are being submitted. Dr. Hanel pointed out that Prestonsburg and Owensboro Community Colleges are already approved for waivers.

VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.

Ashland Technical College
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve submission of the AAT degree program in Applied Process Technologies for Ashland Technical College to CPE.

Dr. Hanel reported that the original proposal curriculum included 98 credit hours. It has been reduced to 76 credit hours in order to adhere to the guidelines for new programs. The program proposal was developed in response to the changing needs of employers. The college offers a diploma program and now needs to offer an AAT degree program in the area of Applied Process Technologies.

MOTION: By direction of the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee, Dr. Hanel moved that the Board approve the program proposal as amended—reducing the credit hours from 98 to 76. Mr. McCool seconded the motion.

Ms. Fiorella asked how the general education courses would be provided. Dr. Hanel said that Jim Miller, Acting Academic Dean at Ashland Community College, informed him that the general education courses can be provided without additional staff at either campus.

Dr. Hanel confirmed that, if approved, this would be the first Associate in Applied Technology degree program for the Technical College Branch.

VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.

Jefferson Technical College
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve submission of the Certificate in Truck Driver Training for Jefferson Technical College to CPE.

Dr. Hanel reported that Jefferson Technical College worked with the Kentucky Motor Transport Association, the Louisville Office of Economic Development, carriers of the Transportation Network, and Greater Louisville, Inc., to determine the need for truck driver training graduates. The college will partner with Ameri-Mex Training Center to offer this certificate program. The program will require each student to participate in a ten-thousand-mile, behind-the-wheel internship. Many business and industry representatives attended the Academic Affairs Committee meeting to indicate strong support for this proposal.

MOTION: By direction of the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee, Dr. Hanel moved that the Board approve the program proposal. Mr. McCool seconded the motion.

VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.

Central Kentucky Technical College
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve submission of the Certificate in Automated Office Skills program, the Certificate in Building Maintenance program, and the Certificate in Manufacturing and Light Assembly for Central Kentucky Technical College to CPE.

Dr. Hanel pointed out that all three programs have the support of three Lexington organizations that are advocates for community workforce issues. Mary Kleber, in response to Dr. Hanel’s request, explained that the three proposals are in response to "welfare-to-work" initiatives in the Lexington area. Students successfully completing the courses may also use them as the foundation for more advanced programs.

MOTION: By direction of the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee, Dr. Hanel moved that the Board approve the recommendation.

Mr. Power seconded the motion.

VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.

Candidates for Degrees UKCCS
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve UKCCS candidates for degrees, with the degrees to be awarded to the candidates by the University of Kentucky upon certification that the requirements for those degrees have been satisfactorily completed.

MOTION: By direction of the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee, Dr. Hanel moved that the Board approve the recommendation. Mr. Banks seconded the motion.

VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.

Candidates for Diplomas – Technical College Branch
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve the Technical College Branch candidates for diplomas, with the diplomas to be awarded to the candidates upon certification that the requirements for those diplomas have been satisfactorily completed.

MOTION: By direction of the Academic Affairs and Curriculum Committee, Dr. Hanel moved that the Board approve the recommendation. Mr. Banks seconded the motion.

Ms. Read pointed out that this is the first time the Board has approved candidates for diplomas from the Technical College Branch.

VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.

COLLABORATION
At the conclusion of the Academic Affairs Committee report, Mr. McCool shared an observation he made while attending the November meeting of the Council on Postsecondary Education. He said that many praises were expressed at that meeting for the System’s (KCTCS) proactive commitment to collaboration. Mr. McCool commended college presidents and directors for their leadership in advancing collaboration.

EFFICIENCY COMMITTEE
Acting Committee Chair McCool presented the following Committee report:

Progress Toward Reform, 1998
Larry Mayes discussed the CPE’s report entitled The Status of Kentucky Postsecondary Education: Progress Toward Reform, 1998.

Accountability Measures for 1999
Dr. Mayes updated the Committee on efforts to  develop a comprehensive KCTCS Accountability Model.

Qualitative and Quantitative Waiver Requests
The Committee adopted a waiver request form to use for the review and analysis of data pertaining to waiver requests. This working document for the Committee requires no Board action.

FINANCE COMMITTEE
Mr. Powell presented the Committee report.

Personnel Actions
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board ratify the personnel actions for the Office of the President, the Community College System, and the Technical College Branch.

MOTION: By direction of the Finance, Administration, and Technology Committee, Mr. Powell moved that the Board approve the recommendation. Mr. McCool seconded the motion.

Mr. Banks reported that during the Committee meeting the question was asked as to whether or not all of the appointments met EEO guidelines, and the answer was affirmative.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

Transition to Technical Colleges’ Compensation Plan
The Committee met in special session on December 1 to receive an update on the review of the proposed compensation plan. No action was taken at the meeting. The Executive Committee of Technical College Directors is to continue to work with the President and staff in the review process.

Central Kentucky Technical College
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve a resolution to be submitted to the United States

Property
Department of Education (USDE) as part of Central Kentucky Technical College’s amended program of usage for acreage the College holds under quitclaim provisions from USDE, with the provision that should this action cause a reversion of the property to any other party, this action shall be null and void.

MOTION: By direction of the Finance, Administration, and Technology Committee, Mr. Powell moved that the Board approve the recommendation. Mr. McCool seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

(The resolution adopted is attached as Agenda Item K-3)

Central Kentucky Technical College Instructional Service Center
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve the Center for Training and Employment in Lexington as a Central Kentucky Technical College Instructional Service Center.

MOTION: By direction of the Finance, Administration, and Technology Committee,

Mr. Powell moved that the Board approve the recommendation. Dr. Hanel seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

Policy on Salary Supplements
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board adopt a policy regarding the Board’s right to review and approve all supplementary salary and compensation offered or provided to KCTCS employees by persons or entities outside KCTCS.

Mr. Powell reported that the Finance Committee deleted the phrase "or the appearance of a conflict of interests" from the proposed policy.

MOTION: By direction of the Finance, Administration, and Technology Committee,

Mr. Powell moved that the Board approve the Policy on Salary Supplements to KCTCS Employees as revised. Mr. Bean seconded the motion.

Dr. Hanel asked how the proposed policy differs from the personnel policies that have been approved by the Board. Ms. Haverstock, Legal Counsel, said that the policy is in addition to anything included in the general personnel policies. The proposed policy pertains to supplementary salaries that were not addressed in the personnel policies. Dr. Hockaday said the proposed policy should encourage communities to supplement some salaries of outstanding employees, and it would protect those employees who might receive salary supplements from criticism.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

(The Policy on Salary Supplements to KCTCS Employees from Outside Sources as approved is attached as Agenda Item K-5.)

KCTCS Quarterly Financial Report
Mr. Powell reported that the Finance Committee received a financial report for the first three months of fiscal year 1998-99. The report included summaries of the current funds expenditures, current funds revenues, and appropriated fund balances.

1998-99 KCTCS Budget Revisions
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve the increased budget authorization for both revenue and expenditure levels for 1998-99 by an additional $8.6 million.

MOTION: By direction of the Finance, Administration, and Technology Committee,

Mr. Powell moved that the Board approve the recommendation. Mr. McCool seconded the motion.

Mr. Bean pointed out that the motion includes an increase in both income and offsetting expenses.

MOTION: The motion passed unanimously.

Capital Construction
RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve the transfer of the following projects into the KCTCS Capital Budget from other state agencies, pending approval from the Council on Postsecondary Education if necessary.

  • Hindman Campus of Hazard Community College - $3,250,000
  • McCreary County Branch of Somerset Community College - $500,000
  • Kentucky Advanced Technology Institute, Woods Industries - $100,000

MOTION: By direction of the Finance, Administration, and Technology Committee,

Mr. Powell moved that the Board approve the recommendation. Mr. McCool seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

Administrative Systems, Information Systems Implementation
Mr. Powell reported that the Committee received a brief update on the implementation project. Also, Dr. Ronald Moore, Interim Vice President for Information Technology, commented at the Board meeting that the implementation consultants had informed him that it is one of the best projects they have seen.

A concern of the project is the day-to-day job coverage as regular employees are given additional assignments pertaining to the implementation project. Dr. Moore said that this appears to be going very well, but that the next phase of the project may cause some difficulty in that it will last four months rather than four weeks as in the first phase. Ms. Gubser complimented the staff for their dedication and commitment to the project. Many are working seven or eight hours a day on the implementation project and then several additional hours to accomplish their normal duties. Dr. Newberry said that college directors and presidents have expressed some concerns about this, and yet they are all committed to making this project a reality.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Dr. Hockaday presented the President’s Report. 

Dr. Hockaday asked Student Regent Anita Williams to report on the American Student Association for Community Colleges (ASACC), a national student organization that serves over eleven million community college students. Ms. Williams has been asked to serve on the national ASACC Board.

Ms. Williams said the organization’s focus is to build a strong network for student leaders and to provide organizational skills and advocacy training for students. Ms. Williams said that Prestonsburg Community College is a member of ASACC and that she had attended one of the organization’s conferences, which proved to be very educational. She distributed ASACC literature and requested that KCTCS think about a statewide membership. Prestonsburg Community College is currently a member.

Chair Johnson commended Ms. Williams for her accomplishments and suggested that Dr. Hockaday pursue the statewide membership idea.

MOTION: Ms. Read moved that the KCTCS President look into obtaining ASACC membership for the System so that all community college students might have the opportunity to participate in the organization. Dr. Hanel seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

Dr. Hockaday asked Beth Hilliard to provide an update on the Standard and Poor’s rating for UKCCS Bonds. Ms. Hilliard reported that KCTCS co-hosted a successful visit with the Standard and Poor’s Rating Agency. The University of Louisville, the University of Kentucky, and the Finance Administration Cabinet of the Commonwealth of Kentucky were also included in the visit. The Agency was very interested in knowing more about the governance structure of KCTCS, with a particular focus on the Community College System’s outstanding bonds. Prior to House Bill 1, the Agency had rated the UKCCS bonds as a part of the University of Kentucky.

During the Agency’s visit, KCTCS provided a very intense overview of the entire system. After studying all the information, the Agency issued a report awarding the UKCCS bonds with an "A" rating which is equivalent or better than all the regional universities. This is very significant since the intent of House Bill 1 was to put KCTCS on equal standing with the regional universities.

Ms. Hilliard concluded by saying that KCTCS officials are communicating with the Moody’s Rating Agency, but that Moody’s is not contemplating a visit to Kentucky at this time.

Dr. Hockaday thanked Mr. McCool for mentioning the recent meeting of CPE, and reiterated that it was a very good meeting for KCTCS. Also, Dr. Hockaday commended KCTCS staff for their promptness and efficiency in submitting items to CPE.

Dr. Hockaday said that the Board would be getting a request from CPE to develop a KCTCS plan that will serve all Kentuckians. KCTCS should have an institution located within thirty miles or so of everyone who lives in Kentucky. This is the goal of most states. Dr. Hockaday said that the primary void for community college work is in northern Kentucky, and he encouraged the Board to take a look at what might be done in that area.

In closing, Dr. Hockaday expressed his appreciation and thanks to the Board for letting him serve in Kentucky.

RESOLUTION HONORING DR. HOCKADAY
MOTION: Mr. Banks moved that the Board present Dr. Hockaday a Resolution in Honor of   His Service to KCTCS as Interim President. Ms. Read seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously.

(The resolution presented to Dr. Hockaday is attached.)

PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH
Chair Johnson asked Mr. Bean, Chair of the Presidential Search Committee, to present his report. Mr. Bean’s report follows:

We started this road to learning over a year ago when six very lucky Board members got appointed to the Presidential Search Committee. We started

learning when our selected search consultant reviewed nearly fifty resumes and portfolios. We narrowed it down to nine and then three were brought forward. After interviews and input, we went on the road for more learning experiences. We had a study on cautious comment and no satisfaction.

The Board met again, and we firmly disagreed with each other for the first time—talk about learning experience! We learned from hindsight the different points of view, and then we came back together. We interviewed a fourth candidate, and again we failed.

The Board trusted Martha and me to employ a new lead consultant. That person was Bob Barringer. I only wish he were here to thank him again. Well, the Committee was dragged back together kicking and screaming to start over. The consultant was different, the process was different, and we learned so much that we were different. We kept the best past schooling and added to that. We read, studied, voted, studied, voted, interviewed, voted, and brought forth three more good candidates for the Board. We did things differently because our excellent consultant advised us, and we had learned. That brings us to today.

But first, many thanks to Jack Moreland and Bryan Armstrong who helped us through the first process. Dr. Jim Ramsey, Dr. Jeff Hockaday, and Dr. Gordon Davies kept me on the straight and narrow and always encouraged us even during the dark days. Not many know, but thank you Jeff for the comfort you gave me in saying take your time and get the best because I will not leave you.

Dr. Davies always said take your time and do it right. It should be said that never did any of them steer us toward any particular candidate—it was our choice. Bryan Armstrong, again thanks for your assistance to the committee. You obviously learned from the first effort also. He was always there with materials ready—how he sat quietly for all those hours is beyond me. You will never know how much I appreciate and relied on you—thanks.

To my committee—what a committee—Cindy Fiorella, Bobby McCool, Lorna Littrell, Mike Hoseus, and Martha Johnson, a special thanks. To the Board, I am hoping for a great show of unity today. You were all great participants in the process and showed the committee great respect and understanding. You learned, and I think we will have a great new leader. Thank you all. I am looking forward to the end of the Presidential Search Committee—may we not need to reconvene for years to come.

MOTION: Mr. Bean moved that the Board of Regents appoint Dr. Michael Baxter McCall as the President of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System. Mr. Banks seconded the motion.

VOTE: Based on a roll call vote, the motion passed unanimously.

Chair Johnson congratulated Dr. McCall and asked if he would like to address the Board.

DR. McCALL’S REMARKS
I know that it has been an emotional process for this Board and this state to get to this point today. I want to thank a lot of people, especially this Board, for the trust and confidence that you have placed in me to lead this System; and I want to thank my family. I have with me my wife, Carolyn, and our daughter, Elizabeth. Our other two children were unable to be here, but they are with us in spirit.

I want to thank, as well, the people that have come before me, especially Jim Ramsey whom I have not met; but I have had the opportunity to hear the many things he has done. I want to thank Dr. Hockaday. As you know he is a dear friend and colleague of mine. I appreciate what he has done these last five and a half months for this System to make this transition for me a relatively easy one.

Richard talked about the process that the Board followed, and I want to re-emphasize the professional way in which the process has been handled for all of the candidates. You did an outstanding and professional job in meeting the needs of my family and me.

When I came in last night there was a tremendous amount of excitement and enthusiasm for us to join you to be a part of a system of higher education that is unique throughout the United States. The commitment of this Board is just unreal when one thinks about what you have gone through, and I want to share with you a telephone call that I had from Martha. When you completed the process, Martha gave me a call, and Martha said, "We want you to be our first President." That really set home as to what you have done and what you want to do with this System. Everybody is looking at Kentucky. Kentucky is on the leading edge now with this System and what we are doing. We have an opportunity to position ourselves to be truly the finest two-year educational system anywhere in the United States and globally because of your vision to secure the future of Kentuckians, to secure the future of economic development, and to look at job training to make sure that things are in place. We can be successful in everything that this Board undertakes. The enthusiasm today, the things you have undertaken, the diversity resolution, the programs you have approved today, the A rating—all those things did not come without a lot of forethought and a lot of commitment on behalf of this Board and the people who are with us today.

I know there is a lot of anxiety as to what I will do when I come on board. I want to take what is already in place and continue to build it, to assess it, and to improve it. We will have continuous improvement in everything that we undertake. You have improved as a Board; we will improve as a System to address the needs of everyone in Kentucky.

I appreciate the confidence that you have placed in me as your first President. This sets in place the future direction of where the System is going. I can assure you that with your commitment, I have the same commitment to be here to make this System what we all want it to be. My plans are to come as quickly as we can—no later than January 11. I will be here between now and then as well. I am truly excited. I am honored; and this process--what you have done and the support that I have here--humbles me. The support that I have had back home has been overwhelming to me as well. I look forward to a wonderful, strong, and long-lasting relationship.

Thank you for employing me as your first President.

Chair Johnson thanked Dr. McCall and called for a motion to adjourn.

ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Mr. Powell moved that the meeting adjourn. Dr. Hanel seconded the motion.

VOTE: The motion passed unanimously, and the meeting adjourned at 11:00 a.m.

February 12, 1999
Date Approved By
Board of Regents

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Martha C. Johnson, Chair
KCTCS Board of Regents

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Cynthia L. Read, Secretary
KCTCS Board of Regents

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Michael B. McCall
KCTCS President