Minutes

August 4, 2003

MEMBERS Present: Peter Straw, George McGonagill, Tim White, Jerome Greenstein, Bruce Andersen, Harriette Laronge, Roland Piccone, Alice Higgins, Mickey Anderson, Ron Turner, David Winterrowd, Bill Costello.

MEMBERS Absent: Suzanne Jones, Regina Stinson.

GUESTS Present: Eddy Boynton, Carol Darling, Ken DeVeau, Bruce Hinson, Louis Maltaghati, Bill McKinlay.

I. Welcome by Chairperson

Peter Straw called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and asked members and guests to introduce themselves.

II. Minutes

Jerry Greenstein moved to approve the minutes. Tim White seconded the motion. Motion carried.

III. Director’s Report

Bruce Andersen reported on the School Board workshop on the technical high school. Ken Marsh presented new facility options. Bruce Andersen stressed the 11 technical high school core principles, the technical high school operation, the four-year course of study (28 credits), and challenges. He answered questions from SAC members regarding budget, location, and timing of construction. Peter Straw said the technical high school appeared to have School Board supports.

Carol Darling reported on efforts to upgrade the Building Construction Technology program. Interviews for the teacher are scheduled for August 5. George McGonagill will represent SAC on the committee. Carol said that 18 students are enrolled for fall classes. A letter and program flyer from her and the department chair was sent to all registered students. She and Bruce Andersen have attended CTC meetings and will host the CTC Council on November 12 for breakfast and tour of the program. All SAC members are invited to attend. The NCCER curriculum has been adopted and textbooks have been ordered. The teacher will participate in the NCCER teacher certification program at MTI in the fall.

Bruce Andersen reported on the Phlebotomy program for Mary Ribaudo. She has had discussions with hospitals. Harriette Laronge said that the Workforce Board has also been contacted.

Bruce Andersen said the Auto Collision relocation to Building 10 will be ready by mid-semester. SCTI will distribute remaining horticultural materials, supplies, and equipment to middle schools and to SCTI McIntosh Animal Science program. Bays in Building 10 will house the paint booth, mixing booth, and other equipment.

Bruce Hinson presented the current 2003-04 high school and adult enrollment data and also the ESOL enrollment data.

Bruce Andersen distributed the agendas for staff meetings that will be held August 5-8, the SCTI administrative organization chart, and the School Board Discrimination booklet to non-SCTI SAC members.

IV. Utilization of SCTI Outdoor signs

Peter Straw brought up the usage of the SCTI outdoor signs. Coordination will be by Carol Darling and the evening custodian.

V. Potential New SAC members
Potential new SAC members are: Ed Carthew, Sarasota Memorial Hospital; Louis Maltaghati; and Bill McKinlay, Trade Wind Advisors, LLC. David Winterrowd moved and Roland Piccone seconded the motion to approve Louis Maltaghati and Bill McKinlay as SAC members. Motion carried.

VI. Marketing of SCTI to the community

Bill Costello asked about public relations budget cut. Bruce Andersen said more targeted marketing would take place. Tim White, Peter Straw, Bill McKinlay, and Louis Maltaghati would like to assist with marketing strategies.

VII. Budget Update
Ken DeVeau said the previous year’s marketing budget was $150,000. This year it is $75,000. Discretionary funds are $220,000, which is one-third of previous year’s budget. He is concerned about next year and will look at organization structure to determine staffing. Purchase of equipment as approved by SAC is proceeding. Some Automotive Service equipment presents safety issues and he is looking for funds to purchase hoist(s) and tire changer. New fund sources are capital outlay FTE of $17,000 and technology grant of $5,000 for computers. There is also $37,000 funding from the District for laptops for staff. Current staffing issues are financial aid, projects manager, and student records registrar.

Peter Straw asked about the burn building. Ken DeVeau said it is operable, but we are looking for a grant. He also asked about the shade for Tech Tots. Eddy Boynton said she was waiting for bids.

VIII. State Equity Laws/Acceptance of Procedures
Bruce Andersen distributed the School Board Discrimination booklet to non-SCTI SAC members.

IX. SDMT Report

Harriette Laronge reported that the SCTI Open House would be on February 11. She also discussed upcoming outreach activities.

Other dates include a dinner for advisory committee members with individual program meetings to follow on October 8. An appreciation dinner for all advisory committee members will be on March 8. SAC members are invited to both dinners and meetings.

The next meeting of the SAC will be September 15. Jerry moved and Roland seconded that meeting be adjourned at 8:00 pm. Motion carried.

Respectfully submitted,

Carol J. Darling

The Sarasota County Technical Institute provides quality technical education to meet workforce development and community needs.