Staff Council Minutes
March 9, 2007
Anatol Center

1. Call to Order
   by Chair at 8:43 a.m.; quorum achieved.
2. Approval of Staff Council Agenda for March 9, 2007
   Moved, seconded, and approved
3. Approval of Staff Council Minutes of February 9, 2007
   Moved, seconded, and approved
4. Announcements
   • Steve Zimmerle announced that the Bookstore is in Graduation mode and the Graduation Information Fair is scheduled for March 20-23 in the University Student Union Ballroom.
   • Jamillah Sanders announced that Benefits Services is hosting CalPERS retirement information workshops on March 29, April 24 and May 17, from 9-11 a.m. Seating is limited, and she can be contacted at ext. 52381 to register.
   • Sharon Olson described the “Long Beach Reads One Book event” in March, which also includes the March Lunch ‘n Learn program on March 21. She said about 60 students from Professor Phil Martin’s social dance classes will give swing dancing demonstrations and lessons at a free public dance aboard the Queen Mary on March 25.
   • Sheryl Caito announced that Carol Riley is hosting a rummage sale during Staff Day on April 4 and is seeking assistance with the sale.
   • Fred Neely announced that men’s basketball Big West Conference Championship T-shirts are available in the Bookstore and at campus events.
5. Treasurer's Report — Charles Greenwood
   Reported the current account balance is $4,303.
6. Committee Reports
   • Membership — Cynthia Riley
     New member Sean Hernandez, Administration and Finance, was introduced.
   • Special Events — Berta Hanson
     • She announced that the second brown bag luncheon with President Alexander was well received. Volunteers are needed to assist with Staff Day on April 4. Nancy Green has tickets. Berta is seeking topic ideas for a Staff Supper Club event.
     • Charleen Rice announced that the annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life event is April 21-22 on campus. She is seeking CSULB team members to participate. Contact Nancy Green at ext. 57854.
     • Nancy Green announced the Staff Lunch 'n Learn program on March 21 is a discussion of Tom Brokaw's book, "The Greatest Generation," led by Sharon Olson.
   • Staff Development — Nancy Green
   • Ways and Means — Pat West
   • Nominating Committee — Zeke Bonilla
   • Bylaws Committee — Sharon Olson
7. Reports from other Committee representatives
   Sharon Olson reported on Academic Senate activities.

   • Author William Draves gave a presentation on his book “Nine Shift” and discussed the impacts of new technologies from 1900-1920 compared with today to 2020. The title refers to how nine hours spent each day will change between 2000 and 2020.
   • A meeting on the future of higher education took place in February in The Pointe.
8. Special Orders
   • Time Certain 8:45 a.m.— Selection of Staff Representatives to Search Committees for Vice President, Administration and Finance (Bill Griffith), and Associate Vice President, Financial Management (Joe Latter)
     Zeke Bonilla, Nominating Committee, held an election for the staff representative to the Search Committee for Vice President, Administration and Finance (Bill Griffith). Don Penrod, 49er Shops Inc., was selected.
   • Time Certain 9:00 a.m.— Ted Kadowaki, Associate Vice President, Budget Management — CSULB Budget Update
     • He proposed 2007-08 state budget calls for approximately $12 billion for higher education, including about $3 billion for the CSU System. CSULB's budget would be about $200 billion from the state and $100 million from student fees. The Governor proposes to fully fund the third of five years of the state's Higher Education Compact. The budget would include $2 million for additional math and science teacher training and FTE student growth of 2.5 percent.
     • However, the State Legislative Analyst's Office projects a deficit of about $726 million for fiscal 2007-08. Kadowaki said that much can happen during the budget cycle. The "May Revise" is published after state taxes due in April are accounted for. Thus far, the CSU budget outlook is positive.
   • Time Certain 9:30 a.m.— Selection of Staff Representatives to Campus Climate Committee and University Resources Council

     Zeke Bonilla continued election of the staff representatives to several groups:

     • Search Committee for Associate Vice President, Financial Management (Joe Latter) — Maria Slaughter was selected.
     • Campus Climate Committee — Mary Jones-Harley was selected.
     • University Resources Council — Nelson Horn was selected.
   • Time Certain 9:45 a.m.— President F. King Alexander
     • He continued the budget discussion. He noted that lower-cost institutions like the CSU are at a comparative disadvantage with respect to federal student support.
     • Student success is important. One current issue is the ratio of 60 percent female to 40 percent male enrollment. The bulk of high school dropouts are males. Women’s grade point averages tend to be higher overall.
     • Other issues of importance are providing opportunities for low-income students, and overall access and success.
     • CSULB’s graduation rates are improving. “Everybody on this campus plays a vital role in student success,” he said.
9. Old Business
   None
10. New Business
    None
11. Adjournment
    10:02 a.m.