Civil Service Advisory Council MINUTES Wednesday February 1, 2017 10:00 a.m. – PAC 3D Present: Jamie Voyles, CJ Castelletti, Joanne Hoagland, Jo Barnard, Brian Moore, Jerrad Frank, Toni Langdon, Alice Seaton, Patti Young, Linette Hughes, Kurt Piskin, Jeff Sudduth Excused Absence: Bobbi Fults-Babbs, Jennifer May, Kara Lawyer I. Call to Order: 10:01 II. Approve Agenda for this meeting: Yes. Motion by Jamie Voyles, second by Jeff Sudduth III. Approve Minutes from last meeting: Yes. Motion by Jamie Voyles, second by Patti Young. IV. Announcements: 1. Provost Search Committee is well underway. There are 10 prospective candidates being interviewed via Skype. The committee is hopeful to narrow that list down to 3 candidates for campus interviews. 2. The Dean of College of Public Affairs Search is over! 3. There is a need for a 900 hour retiree for WUIS if anyone knows anyone. V. New Business: VI. Old Business: Food Emporium Space: Per Ryan Croke: The plan is to move all food services to the new student union once completed. There are concerns/hopes to still maintain a food service presence in PAC lower level. Capital Perks’ future will be discussed at a later date. Jo Barnard suggested a small “group” with AP representation to discuss possible solutions. Brian Moore and Linette Hughes have volunteered to head that group. VII. Chancellor’s Report: Ryan Croke 1. A report by the Illinois Times regarding a former employee of the university and alleged sexual assault has left out some important facts regarding the case. UIS feels the reporter failed to state that UIS staff reported the incident immediately to UIS police who then involved other local law enforcement including the State’s Attorney. 2. A plan is being developed to increase enrollment by 1000 over the next 5 years. The new Provost, admissions, and aggressive marketing will play a major role in meeting those goals. Upgrading existing facilities, a new STEM building, and additional space creation will play an important role. Kurt Piskin asked Ryan if there is a plan to hire additional help for support staff to compensate for the increased enrollment. Croke acknowledged that was a valid point and that is it important to provide specific requests and needs from departments whenever appropriate to explain the concerns in detail. 3. February 8th – A rally at the State Capital on 1st Floor - “Coalition to Invest in Higher Education” at 1 pm. 4. State budget proposal from the Illinois Policy Institute (a right leaning political advocacy group) proposes a $500 million cut across State University System and for universities to absorb the totality of its pension obligations. VIII. Human Resources Report: Melissa Mlynski 1. Ms. Mlynski has been conducting many meetings across campus with various groups to determine a needs assessment from the human resources department. 2. HR is looking to play a role in the Rising Stars Program. 3. It was discussed the role HR should play in addressing various departments’ concerns with the growth on campus and balancing it with addition staff and resources. IX. Treasurer’s Report: Alice Seaton - none X. Committee Reports: 1. APAC – Brian Moore A. Still hoping for a Canvas and Cocktails event. APAC supports proposal for Rising Stars. B. Cultural competence scheduled for disabled students Feb. 24. C. A Health Professions taskforce is forming. D. There is still a continuation of revising the by-laws. E. Considering districts for representation on the committee. 2. CARE committee – Jo Barnard 3. CSAD committee – Jo Barnard, Alice Seaton 4. Campus Senate – Kurt Piskin The February meeting was cancelled. UIS is eliminating the Bachelor’s in Athletic training and it will strictly be a Masters in order to certify graduates. 5. Campus Technology – Jeff Sudduth There was a meeting January 30. There is a survey coming out for Faculty/Staff/Students for technology needs. 6. SURS – Janice Marvel 7. EAC – Jamie Voyles A. New members seated in January. B. Enrollment and budget issues were discussed. C. SIU is beginning to remove their Residence Towers. D. Attorneys have concerns about certain rules/statutes regarding the Furlough language. 8. UIEAC – Jo Barnard (President), Janice Marvel (SURSMAC), Jamie Voyles (SUSAC) A. Meeting February 2 with UIUC President Killeen B. Discussion topics were discussed including: a. Addressing the lack of support staff to accommodate such growth. b. Merit compensation for union workers. Jamie serves as the Parliamentarian and conducts the elections. There is an uneven number up for elections this year. Jamie is planning to retire in 2018, therefore, his position will be open if anyone is interested. 9. Parking Appeals and Advisory Board – Joann Hoagland, Kara Lawyer 10. Diversity, Equal Rights, Opportunity and Access – Brian Moore, Jennifer May They are developing a diversity reading list for students and possibly faculty/staff. 11. Sustainability – CJ Castelletti A. There is a debate to determine whether to remain a signatory for “Second Nature”, a global warming, carbon credit political action committee. The cost is $2500/year and Chancellor Koch is wondering if it is worth the investment. B. Earth Week planning is continuing. 12. Student Discipline Committee – Jerrad Frank, CJ Castelletti 13. Webmaster – Toni Langdon 14. Fundraising Committee – Alice Seaton (chair), Brian Moore, CJ Castelletti, Jamie Voyles, Jennifer May AP Vern Huber, Heather Nielson A. Alice met with Holly Prim (Office of Advancement) in January. After further discussion there are too many questions/negatives to host a successful Cardinals bus trip. B. Alice also met with Laura Clark (Director of Development). Ms. Clark suggested 3rd party fundraising has been successful in the past with minimal involvement. A percent of sales on certain days of the week with go back to a fund benefitting the scholarship. There were several restaurants discussed but it was decided Buffalo Wild Wings. It was mentioned that for the event to be successful, it must be promoted BIGLY. C. Work is still underway deciding on an additional Spring Break fundraiser. 15. Campus Planning and Budget – Jamie Voyles There were presentations from Deans and division heads on how to protect their core functions with a 10-15% cut in state funding. 16. Professional Development – Jo Barnard, Kara Lawyer, Jeff Sudduth, CJ Castelletti, Bobbie Fults-Babbs 17. Employee Activities Resource Site – Jo Barnard (Chair), Kara Lawyer, Bobbie Fults-Babbs A. There is a “Fight for Air Climb” coming up. B. It was suggested the TRAC discount for UIS employees should be revisited. Ryan Croke agreed and fully supports the notion of a discounted membership for full-time employees. Motion to adjourn – 1st Jamie Voyles 2nd – Kurt Piskin Meeting adjourned at 11:47 AM Minutes respectfully, dutifully, humbly, and reverentially submitted by CJ Castelletti – CSAC Secretary