Association of Classified Employees

Minutes from Meeting

March 7, 2002

 

1. Shared Leadership:  Kenny Wiscombe urged classified staff to promote the Shared Leadership program among those employees who do not have computer access.

 

2. Suggestion Box:  ACE approved keeping the Suggestion Box and relocating it to the second floor of the Administration Building adjacent to the Human Resource Services department.

 

3. ACE Luncheon Update:  The luncheon was discussed and a determination arrived at to charge $3 for classified, $4 for temporary classified, and $10 for non-classified staff who attend.  A list of potential speakers was developed.  The luncheon is scheduled in the Jordan Ballroom, Monday, April 22, 2002 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  Release time is approved.

 

4. ACE nominations/elections:  Ballots will be sent out next week.  Deadline for return to Lois Santillanes will be Thursday, April 5, 2002.

 

5. Budget reductions on web:  Kenny announced that the recommended budget reductions are available for review on the Boise State web site.

 

6. President’s Cabinet:
• A proposal for awarding honorary doctoral degrees was presented in draft form.  A second reading of this proposal will be done next month.
• Basic discussion of the winding down of the legislative session.  The legislature hopes to adjourn by March 15.
• Recommendations from the Executive Budget Committee were reviewed and timelines discussed.  The Committee will finalize its recommendations to Dr. Ruch by Friday, March 8 (after fee hearings).  Dr. Ruch will give final approval by March 11.  Recommendations are contingent upon a State Board approved 12% student fee increase.

 

7. Emeritus Applications:  Two emeritus applications were reviewed.  Sherry Hederer’s recommendation was approved.  The second did not meet criteria; consequently, it was tabled until next meeting.

 

8. Committee reports:
• Distinguished Lecture Series:  Connie Charlton reported that Horst Stormer, Nobel Laureate in Physics, 1998 is the Distinguished Lecturer speaking on April 25 in the Student Union.  Flyers and promotional material is being distributed on campus and throughout the community.
• Bookstore Advisory Board:  Connie Charlton attended the Bookstore Advisory meeting on February 21.  The Board discussed financial aspects of the Bookstore operations and developed a list of entities from which to choose recipients for Bookstore donations.  Last year, the Bookstore was able to donate $200,000 to the Children’s Center for expansion.
• Human Resources:  Reida Bow reported that the Human Resources Committee looked at options relating the health benefits.  Because the cost of health benefits is increasing significantly, possible cuts in benefits, higher co-payments, and higher deductibles are items being considered.