I. Call to Order/Roll Call

The meeting was called to order by President Don Cordero at 1:35 p.m. Senators present: Margaret Boone (AAS), Lois Carroll (Instructional Support), Marsha Chan (Communications), Betty Christopher (Commercial Services), Helene Flolo (AAS), Peggy Messerschmidt (Communica-tions), Tab Morales (Student Services), Diane Pette (Student Services), Helayna Thickpenny (CATA), Karl Ting (Math), Kam Verma (DCE) and Wilbert Xu (Social Science Alternate). Also present was Carol Toppel (Curriculum Committee Chair) and Lin Marelick (DCC Rep). Guests Present: Diane McKay, Jody Hacker, and Judie Smith. (NOTE: LRS/LATC/DSPS is officially the Instructional Support Services Division (ISS).)

II. Approval of the Minutes

The minutes for the October 26, 1995, meeting were accepted and approved as submitted (M/S/P - Morales/Boone).

III. Order of the Agenda

It was agreed, by consensus, that the order of the agenda would remain flexible in order to accommodate guests as they arrive.

IV. Oral Communication from the Public - There was no oral communication from the public.

V. Information & Announcements

1. Dianne McKay, Staff Development Coordinator, announced that Apple Computers has agreed to demonstrate new technology on multi-media to faculty on Wednesday, January 17, 1996, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at their Cupertino site. This will be a required activity for faculty on the January 17th Flex Day. The invitation will be extended to other staff members as well. The Senators indicated their full support, by consensus, for this demonstration as a required Flex Day activity.

VI. Administrative Business/Actions/Appointments

A. Curriculum - Carol reported that a new Distance Learning form will be attached to course outlines for faculty's use. There are a number of general concerns that must be addressed as the curriculum moves toward using new technology. A statement regarding experimental courses and a short form will also be in the curriculum manual. November 13 is the last day for courses to make the curriculum list to be presented to the Board on December 7. A copy of the WVC Curriculum Committee's agendas is available for review from Joyce Anttila in the Instruction Office.

B. Committee Appointments

1. Strategic Planning Committee - No faculty volunteered to serve on this committee. Don

and DeeDee Biccoca are currently serving on the committee.

2. College Governance Council - No faculty volunteered to serve on this committee.

3. Balance of College Curriculum - Mission 2000 - Eight (8) faculty volunteered. We need at least one additional faculty member from Student Services/Instructional Support Services.

At this time, the Senators agreed, by consensus, to move to Item VIII.A in order to accommodate guests Jody Hacker and Judie Smith.

VIII. New Business

A. Consider Proposal for Equal Release Time for Division Chairs

Lin Marelick explained that there are four (4) division chairs out of twelve (12) that are fulfilling their responsibilities with less than .5 release time: Instructional Support; ESL; PE; and Social Science. At the time the allocations were made, there were criteria that were not considered. For example, the ESL Division does not have the amount of FTE established by formula in order to receive .5 release time. However, the division has many more Associate Faculty members to deal with than the CATA Division, for instance, which received more release time based on the formula. It was noted that the WVC Division Chairs each receive .5 release time regardless of the size of the division. Judie noted that the WVC Library has a Director who represents the Library.

The current situation is inequitable and a resolution has been proposed. The Performance Goals Committee has 9.0 undistributed FTE available. The DC's are proposing that the chairs of the above four divisions be allocated release time to equal .5 release time, which would take .6 FTE of the 9.0 available. If indeed the configuration of departments and divisions changes, the existing formula should be reviewed. The Senators requested that the request and the rationale for the request be presented to the Senate in writing in order to fully inform their constituents on this matter. It was agreed that the information will be sent by E-Mail to Senate members for distribution to their constituents. They will discuss the matter with their individual DC as well as their colleagues, and be prepared to take action on this matter at next week's meeting.

VII. Old Business

A. Consider Approval of MC Budget Committee's Proposal for College-Wide Budget Advisory Committee

The Senate's Executive Council began its review of the committee's Final Report at today's council meeting, and recommends that the MC Academic Senate not form its own Budget Committee. The question at hand is what structure will be used to determine the 1996/97 budget for Mission College. Dr. Rao has indicated that he would like to have a President's Budget Advisory Council, and it falls within the Senate's purview to recommend faculty to serve on such a committee.

The Senators recognized that the Division Chairs deal with the budget on a day to day basis. However, what is lacking in the budget decision-making processes is a philosophical approach to the allocation of funds. Currently, the budget is not driven by a direction toward a more balanced curriculum and programs with broad support of faculty and staff. There is a need for the Senate to provide guidelines. Instruction is faculty's responsibility and therefore faculty should have a major input on budget decisions. It was agreed that a micro-committee of the Executive Council will continue to review the committee's report and present its recommendations to the entire Senate at next week's meeting. Alan Hiromura will be invited to attend.

B. Consider Priority of Student Center

Discussion on this item was postponed to the next Senate meeting; Dr. Rao is awaiting the Senate's input on this matter.

C. Report on State Chancellor's Proposal for 50/50 Funding of New Facilities for Community Colleges

Don reported that the bill for 50/50 funding has been held up in the state Chancellor's consultation process. Some community colleges oppose the bill as discriminatory, and it appears the bill will not be passed this year.

D. Consider OIG's Recommendations re: Structural Changes

Diane Pette distributed copies of two proposed organizational structures for the Senators to consider. The selected structure could be implemented should Central Services, Mission College, and West Valley College agree to fund selected administrative positions for both colleges from district funds as fixed costs prior to applying the budget allocation formula. These positions are currently funded out of the college's discretionary fund. She advised that it is the intent of the Mission College administration to obtain approval for the proposal to include other comparable positions within the two colleges.

During review of the proposals, the Senators discussed the need to integrate vocational education into the curriculum. It is important to realize that future funding of Community Colleges will be allocated in block grants, and the criteria for allocation will be based on the number of students who obtain employment after graduation; the number of students who enter the military after graduation; and the number of students who transfer to a four year university.

Several Senators expressed the view of their constituents that the current college structure needs time to operate before we evaluate and/or change the structure. Diane explained that the intent of this proposal is to save the college approximately $100,000, and the district administration has set December as a deadline for making the decision.

The Senators asked for schematics on Model B, which is the current organizational structure model, and a copy of the West Valley College structure, with both indicating salary ranges. In the meantime, the Senators agreed to contact Diane directly with any recommendations or concerns. Don agreed to arrange a college-wide open forum on the issue. This matter will be placed on next week's agenda.

VIII. New Business Continued

B. Consider Comm. to Develop Criteria for Disbursement of Funds from Thailand

There is approximately $7,000 in a fund gained from the Mission College/Stamford arrangement in Thailand. Marsha Chan suggested that the Senate be represented on the committee that will decide how the funds are disbursed since the funds were obtained through instruction. The Senators agreed, by consensus, that Marsha Chan should represent the Senate on the committee and directed Don to request that the committee's meeting time be changed so that Marsha Chan can attend the meetings. Don will discuss the matter with Phil Pabich.

C. Consider Proposal for University of Thailand

This item was postponed indefinitely until such time as action is proposed by the Chancellor.

IX. Reports - Reports were postponed to the next Senate meeting.

X. Correspondence, Publications, & Announcements

Correspondence

Publications/Minutes

1. The November 3, 1995, issue of the DVC Forum.

2. The November 6, 1995, issue of NEWS from the Foothill-DeAnza Faculty Association.

3. The October 16, 1995, meeting summary for the MC Staff Development Committee.

4. The October 1995, issue of PERSPECTIVE.

Announcements/Conferences

1. The Academic Senate of CCCs, is cosponsoring the Vocational Education Faculty Leadership Seminars to be held in San Diego (March 8-9) and in San Francisco (March 22- 23). Seminar expenses, including room, travel, and meals will be covered by the Regional Consortia grant. Participation will be limited to 40 faculty per seminar. An application for participation must be submitted; applications will be available from the Mission College Academic Senate office in mid-December. Selection will be based on the following criteria to assure balanced diversity: Disciplines; Gender; Geographic Location; Ethnicity; and First-Time Attendee.

2. Participants in the Third United Nations International Conference on Women in Beijing will hold a panel discussion on, "Listening to Each Other: Women's Voices at the Summit," on Sunday, November 19, 1995, from 4-6:00 p.m. at Foothill College and Hidden Villa Ranch.

For tickets and information, call (415) 949-8653.

XI. Future Agenda Items

A. Discuss Annual Mission College Academic Senate's Christmas Open House (Flolo)

B. Joint Meeting with WVC Academic Senate.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:45 p.m. (M/S/U - Morales/Flolo). These minutes are respectfully submitted by Grace Hazán, Academic Senate Secretary.

The Mission College Academic Senate is seeking faculty members, as indicated, to serve on the following committees:

Balance of Curriculum Committee - MISSION 2000

Two (2) Faculty from Vocational Education Areas

Two (2) Faculty from Student Services Areas/Instructional Services

Two (2) Faculty from Arts & Sciences

Two (2) MC Academic Senate members

The Mission College Academic Senate has established a new charter for this committee. The purpose of this committee is to consider the philosophical and visionary approach to the future of Mission College. A flyer listing the committee's functions has been distributed to all faculty. Please review the flyer for additional information, and return the lower half if you are interested in serving on this committee.

College Governance Council ( 2 Faculty, Any Area)

This committee meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. The committee coordinates actions of various college councils.

Strategic Planning Committee (3 Faculty, Any Area)

The committee will meet twice monthly during the fall on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., and then move to a once-a-month schedule. The committee's charge is to investigate and facilitate a college planning process, develop a strategic planning document, and update the college's long range educational facilities master plan.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SERVING ON ANY OF THE ABOVE COMMITTEES, PLEASE CALL THE SENATE OFFICE (X2783) BY NOON, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1995.