AGENDA FOR THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
STATE BOARD OF HIGHER EDUCATION
October 16, 1998
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
PRESIDENT'S REPORT
CHANCELLOR'S REPORT
Engineering and Technology Industry Council Report
IFS Report
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT
Approval of September 18, 1998 Minutes
ACTION ITEMS REQUIRING RATIFICATION BY THE BOARD (ALREADY APPROVED BY THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AT ITS AUGUST 21 AND SEPTEMBER 18 MEETINGS)
Academic Affairs
Oregon Master's of Software Engineering
This joint master's degree was developed in direct response to industry need and legislative mandate. The
Executive Committee voted unanimously to approve this program on August 21, 1998.
B.S. in Fisheries and Wildlife Science, OSU
In this proposal, two existing programs are consolidated into a single degree, aligning the program more closely
with the structure and function of natural resource organizations. The Executive Committee voted
unanimously to approve this program consolidation on September 18, 1998.
Finance and Administration
Resolution for the Sale of Article XI-G and Article XI-F(1) Bonds
This is a request to the State Treasurer to issue $7,865,000 of bonds for construction projects
under authority of Article XI-G of the Oregon Constitution and $30,124,000 of bonds under authority
of Article XI-F(1) of the Oregon Constitution. All projects included in this sale have received both Board and
Legislative approval. The Executive Committee voted unanimously to approve this request on September 18, 1998.
Resolution for the Bond Refunding Sale of Article XI-G
and Article XI-F(1) Bonds
Staff recommended approval of a request to the State Treasurer to achieve significant debt savings by refunding
certain outstanding series of bonds sold for capital projects in 1996. The Executive Committee voted unanimously
to approve this request on September 18, 1998.
ACTION ITEMS
Governance and Structure Committee
Internal Management Directive (IMD) Review
As a result of action taken at the July 1998 Board meeting, this item required amendments by staff, with subsequent
review by the Board Governance and Structure Committee. Since the Government and Structure Committee did not meet
until October 7, this item will be mailed separately to Board members.
Institutional Public Input
As a result of action taken at the July 1998 Board meeting, this item required amendments by staff, with subsequent
review by the Board Governance and Structure Committee. Since the Government and Structure Committee did not meet
until October 7, this item will be mailed separately to Board members.
Institutional Mission Statements
As a result of action taken at the July 1998 Board meeting, this item required amendments by staff, with subsequent
review by the Board Governance and Structure Committee. Since the Government and Structure Committee did not meet
until October 7, this item will be mailed separately to Board members.
OAR 580-001-0000, Appearances Before the Board -- Temporary Rule
To accommodate the revised regular Board meeting agenda, an amendment is necessary to allow the planned 30-minute
public input session. Filing the Temporary Rule will permit the Board to schedule this session at the December
Board meeting, at which time a Permanent Rule will be submitted for a vote.
Academic Affairs
B.MUS in Contemporary Music, WOU
This degree is a move away from traditional conservatory-style programs, and it integrates technology throughout
the curriculum.
Finance and Administration
Clean Copy, Inc. Lease Agreement, PSU
Portland State University is seeking Board approval to lease renovated space in Parking Structure II to Clean Copy,
Inc. As part of the PSU Urban Center, Phase I project, the building and site housing the Clean Copy, Inc. business
was condemned by Tri-Met. Terms of the "friendly condemnation" by Tri-Met included PSU assisting Clean
Copy, Inc., to obtain another site on or near the PSU campus.
PSU Bookstore Lease Agreement, PSU
Portland State University is seeking Board approval to lease space in the East Wing of the new Urban Center to
the PSU Bookstore. This will assist the University in meeting the City of Portland's requirement that retail space
at the ground level be incorporated in the building plans and will also provide expanded space for the Bookstore
not available at its current location.
Coleman Field Renovation, Additional Expenditure Limitation, OSU
Oregon State University is seeking Board approval to submit a request to the Legislative Emergency Board to increase
the existing expenditure limitation for Other Funds for its Coleman Field renovation project.
REPORT ITEMS
Finance and Administration
Fourth Quarter Report on Investments
This report of the Pooled Endowment Fund for April 1 through June 30, 1998 was prepared and will be presented by
R.V. Kuhns and Associates, investment consultants.
Annual Report on Investments
This is a comprehensive report on the Oregon University System's investment portfolio, consisting of endowment
funds (both pooled and separately invested), donation funds, and plant funds, which are incorporated in the System's
Investment Report.
Semi-Annual Audit Report
The Internal Audit Division's (IAD) Semi-Annual Audit Report January-June 1998, summarizes audit results
from projects completed over the past six months and provides an update on the status of IAD's 1997-98 Audit
Plan.
1998-99 Internal Audit Plan
The Internal Audit Division (IAD) presents its audit plan for FY 1998-99, encompassing three core programs: the
Risk Assessment Audit Program, the Consulting Services Program, and the Control Assessment and Training Program.
Compensation for the Chancellor and Institution Presidents
Faculty and staff salaries throughout the OUS have been adjusted for 1998-99 in accordance with the Board's salary
policy. This report outlines agreed compensation for the Chancellor and institution presidents.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
ITEMS FROM BOARD MEMBERS
TOPICAL PRESENTATION
The OUS Business Alliance Plan and Work of the Oregon Emerging Business Initiative (OEBI)
Presentation by Vice Chancellor for Corporate and Public Affairs Diane Vines
WORK SESSION
ADJOURNMENT