Executive Council
Meeting
April 18, 2001
The meeting was called to order at 2:00 p.m. Tickets were drawn for the on time prize. A quorum was established and ground rules were recognized. March minutes were approved.
Guest Speaker: Jim DeVere, Director Strategic Information Technologies. Mr. DeVere shared an update and presentation on the new Student SystemS at Maricopa.
Treasurer – Ann Moss
The financial statement dated March 21, 2001 amended April 18th; the checking account numbers were different because the wrong balance was pulled forward and the dues paid to campuses was omitted. It agrees with the checkbook. There was no change in the savings account numbers.
Financial Statement for April 18th, the checking account balance is $6,092.52. The saving account balance is $22,719.04.
Dorothy participated (4/18) in the New Employee Orientation about the Maricopa culture in a talk show style dialogue. Dorothy’s questions were: (1) Tell us about your Maricopa experience (2) How does the Governing Board go about establishing priorities for such a large District with such a comprehensive approach. (3) Maricopa has 10 guiding values, which one is most important to you? Out of twenty-four attendees, ten were Professional Staff.
Since the last meeting, Dorothy has been to 9 campuses talking about the CPD process.
On March 30th we had our second annual PSA Seminar Day. There were 70 attendees.
Of the evaluations turned in 91% said they could use what Dr. Cordova presented in their daily lives. We have 21 registered for the Moonlight Cruise on Saturday, May 5th, we need another 10 adults to register by Thursday, April 26th or the cruise will have to be canceled.
Dorothy has received very few nominations for the Outstanding PSA Employee. The deadline is May 1st. Another e-mail will be sent. If you cannot provide specific details about the person you’re nominating, please provide as much information as you can and send in your nomination form. We still need people to sign up for the he Holiday Luncheon. Dorothy attended the 3rd Annual Women’s Leadership Group Spring Luncheon, it was called “Leaders: Past, Present & Future” held on April 11th. Three out of the twelve Distinguished Achievement Award recipients were Professional Staff. Our recipients were Myra Curtis, Administrative Assistant, Estrella Mountain Community College. Deb DeVore, Scholarship Coordinator, Mesa Community College. Heather Anderson, Program Advisor in the Student Life Center, Paradise Valley Community College. Dorothy would like to thank each for their wonderful service to Professional Staff. Also, Dorothy would like to share with those who could not attend a part of Dr. Anna Solley’s presentation. “As you assess where you want to be 3-5 years from now, consider a few guidelines for success. Take each day as a new day – seize the opportunity. Each day brings new and varied learning experiences. Willingly accept other duties as assigned-demonstrate flexibility and creativity. Be good to yourself-participate in professional growth opportunities. Perfect your transportable skills-skills every employer values and that no one can take away from you (such as communication, team-building, problem-solving, technology, strong work ethic). Network and mentor-develop a support team, share your strengths with a colleague, and encourage diverse applicants to apply for positions. Work smart-you already work hard. Now is the time to determine how to make the most of your work day by reorganizing and prioritizing.” Dorothy stated that these are excellent ideas that we can all apply to our work.
Dorothy shared that she believes our salary proposals are going to the Board next week. Keep your eyes open for the official announcement.
We have no candidate for President-Elect. If there is anyone who would consider running for President-Elect please contact Ann Moss, Rachel Hollingsworth or
Wanda Elie. The election will be on May 9th. The PSA Officer candidates for 2001-2001 are Secretary-Ann Moss, Treasurer-Cheryl Badone, EBAC Rep-Tresa Miller, EBAC Alternative Rep-Diane deCastro, and Lisa Kussard.
CPD – Debbie Bies. No Report.
PEL - Nancy Musser. No Report.
PSI - Barbara Bentz. The committee met and selected four people for full year internships for 2001-2002. Estrella Mountain-2. Gateway-1. Paradise Valley-1.
PSD – Reported by Pat Smith. PSD met yesterday to review first summer session applications. There are funds for workshops, and seminars for first summer session. PSD is out of travel money for summer. PSD will start taking applications for second summer session on May 15th.
Summer Conference - Rachel Hollingsworth. Everyone should have received a pamphlet and information about the Wigman Resort. If you’re interested in a longer stay, the Wigman is offering three days prior and three days after the summer conference at the conference rate. Rachel will have information soon about the keynote speaker. Also, she will send out a message to questions on the registration form and the deadline for additional night stay at the Wigman.
EBAC- Diane deCastro. EBAC met on April 19th. They looked at usage for the last six months compared to last year’s usage. Our loss ratio is currently at 100%. Our average age remains at 48. Some areas we are asking Blue Cross to determine cost impact in savings are: Inpatient deductible $75-$150. Ambulance co-pay $50 or 20%. Lab co-pay $10 per visit or 10%. Physical Therapy $10 co-pay after a certain amount of visits. Compassionate leave policy-currently we are allowed to donate only two hours and some employees would like to donate more. Because we have never run out of hours there is no justification to increase the hours donated.
FAC- Randy Stapley. No report.
Charity Projects: Pat Smith and Scott Kozakiewicz will take responsibility for delivery of the items donated for the charity projects this month.
New Business. No report.
Plus/Delta – good presentation, on time, good food.
Next meeting is May 9th (Elections). Refreshments by Chandler-Gilbert Community College.
Adjournment.