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Western Technical College District Board

District Board Regular Meeting

Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Administrative Center 111 Seventh Street N Room 408 La Crosse, WI

District

Board

Members:

Andrew Bosshard (Vice Chair) Dave Laehn Ken Peterson

Carrie Buss (Treasurer) Angie Lawrence (Chair) Michelle Greendeer-Rave

Dan Hanson (Secretary) Ed Lukasek Dennis Treu

Planning, Policy & Instruction Committee 2:00pm 2:30pm

1. Inform: Clery Act Shelley McNeely

Budget & Facilities Committee 2:30pm 3:30pm

1. Discuss: Capital Borrowing Wade Hackbarth

2. Inform: Planning Overview Tracy Dryden

3. Inform: Foundation Board Agreement Wade Hackbarth

4. Inform: Subcommittee Report Andrew Bosshard

5. Discuss: Vision 2020 Facilities Update Wade Hackbarth

6. Discuss: Financial Reports 2017-18 Wade Hackbarth

7. Inform: TIFs and TIDs Board Members

District Board Meeting Closed Session 3:45 4:00pm

The Board will convene into closed session for the purpose of discussing potential contract non-renewals and reductions under the provisions of Wisconsin Statutes, Sec. 19.85 (1)(c). The Board will reconvene into open dialog session immediately following closed session.

District Board Meeting Open Session 4:00pm

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Planning Ahead 2017-18 DATE EVENT LOCATION

December 19, 2017 District Board Regular Meeting A408

December 23, 2017 January 2, 2018

Holiday Break

January 8, 2018 Classes Begin

January 9, 2018 Budget & Facilities Subcommittee 2:00pm TBD

January 15, 2018 Martin Luther King Holiday

January 16, 2018 College Day | District Board Regular Meeting A408

January 23, 2018 WTCS Board Meeting WTCS Office - Madison

January 25-27, 2018 WI Technical College District Boards Association Meeting Eau Claire, WI

February 4-6, 2018 Second Nature Climate Leadership Summit Tempe, AZ

February 6, 2018 Budget & Facilities Subcommittee 2:00pm TBD

February 11-14, 2018 ACCT National Legislative Summit Washington, DC

February 21-24, 2018 DREAM Conference Nashville, TN

February 27, 2018 District Board Regular Meeting | Holiday Dinner A408

March 6, 2018 Budget & Facilities Subcommittee 2:00pm TBD

March 20, 2018 District Board Regular Meeting A408

March 20-21, 2018 WTCS Board Meeting Milwaukee Area Technical College Oak Creek

March 21-23, 2018 ACCT Governance Leadership Institute San Antonio, TX

April 3, 2018 Budget & Facilities Subcommittee 2:00pm TBD

April 3-6, 2018 Chair Academys 27th Annual International Conference Denver, CO

April 6-10, 2018 Higher Learning Commission Annual Conference Chicago, IL

April 17, 2018 District Board Regular Meeting A408

April 17, 2018 Presidents Scholarship Reception 5:00pm Lunda Center

April 19-21, 2018 WI Technical College District Boards Association Meeting Fennimore, WI

April 20, 2018 Classes End

April 21, 2018 Graduation La Crosse Center

April 24, 2018 District Board Budget Meeting 9:00am Sparta

April 28-May 1, 2018 AACC 98th Annual Convention Dallas, TX

May 1, 2018 Budget & Facilities Subcommittee 2:00pm TBD

May 15, 2018 District Board Regular Meeting Independence

May 17, 2018 GED | HSED | AHS Graduation 7:30pm Lunda Center

Public Notice Members of the District Board may be in attendance at the following meetings/events:

WI Technical College District Boards Associations WTCS State Board Meetings

*No Western Technical College business will be conducted during these meetings/events.*

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Annual District Board Calendar Items

January May September Labor Market Info Program | Process Reports Health and Other Benefits

Salary Structure Boards Association District Assessment

Policy Review Enrollment Management | Achieve the Dream Higher Learning Commission Update

February (Advance + SLT) June October Course Completion Foundation Update Enrollment Management | Achieve the Dream |

RLCs

Program Development Preview

Public Hearing on Budget Board Approval of Budget Review of Presidents Contract (as appropriate) Approve Annual Bargaining Agreement 3-Year Facilities Plan Recognize WLDI Grads

Set Tax Levy Resolution Designating Deputy, Associate or

Assistant District Director

Annual Review of Procurement Reports Student Government Update

March July 2nd Monday (Board Only Advance) November (Advance + SLT) Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of

Individual Employment Contracts

Non-Renewals Appointments to Private Sector Review

Committee

Policy Review Student Government Report Program Development Approval

Annual Meeting Actions Enrollment Management | Achieve the Dream Recurring Capital Items Recognize WLDI Grads

Audit Annual Budget Modifications Enterprise | BIS Update

April August December Fees & Rates Employee Engagement (as available) Proposed probationary non-renewals Annual Budget Review Student Satisfaction (as available) Planning Preview preview of upcoming long- Cost per Credit Hour Employer Satisfaction (as available)

Community Engagement Update (as available) term planning

Grants Update Capital Borrowing Plan

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Our Mission

Western Technical College provides relevant, high quality education, in a collaborative and sustainable environment that changes the lives of students and grows our communities.

Our Vision

Western Technical College is the college of first choice in our region.

Our Values

We value the success of our students and hold ourselves accountable for providing excellence in student learning, based on the diverse needs of each student and built on a foundation of integrity, teamwork, and respect.

Learning

Excellence

Accountability

Diversity

Student Success

Teamwork

Integrity

Respect

STRATEGIC GOALS

1. Increase the academic success of students

2. Increase annual number of people served

3. Provide affordable, high quality education

4. Improve stakeholder satisfaction

KEY RESULTS

1. Increase C or better course completion by 1% per year through 2020

2. Increase annual number of credit students served to 10,000 by 2020

3. Reduce indirect and direct cost per credit hour by 5% by 2020

4. Score higher than 90% of peer groups in top box satisfaction

PRACTICES

Care of others: We serve others with courtesy, kindness, respect, and compassion.

Attitude: We are all responsible for creating a positive essential experience at Western.

Professionalism: We represent Western and respect who we serve by modeling professional behavior.

Communication: We talk, listen, and interact with others in a way that is consistent with our values.

Commitment: We rely on one another to consistently and collaboratively achieve our mission every day.

CULTURE

We recognize that our experiences create the beliefs of our organization and are reflected in our actions and organizational results. We choose to demonstrate the ownership necessary to achieve our key results by creating a culture of accountability and practicing the above the line steps of: See it, Own it, Solve it, Do it.

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Topic Attachment Action

1. Call to Order

The December 19, 2017 meeting of the Western Technical College District Board, and all other meetings of this Board, are open to the public and in compliance with state statutes. Notice of the meeting was sent to the press in an attempt to make the general public of Wisconsin aware of the time, place and agenda of the meeting.

2. Pause and Reflect

3. Public Forum

4. Items to be Removed from Consent Agenda

5. Approve Consent Agenda A. November 21, 2017 District Board Meeting Minutes ................................................ Page 7 X

B. Financial Reports November 2017 1) Schedule of Payments ....................................................................................... Page 9 X 2) Vendors Over $2500.......................................................................................... Page 10 X 3) General Revenue/Expense Report .................................................................... Page 13 X

C. Personnel

1) Notice of Employment a) Alex Bahl, Mechanical Design Instructor, Integrated Technology Division,

Academic Affairs Unit ................................................................................... Page 14 X b) Cody Bork, Instructor Diesel, Integrated Technology Division, Academic

c) Kirsten Moffler-Daykin, Communications Specialist, General Studies

d) Matthew Sierra, Mechanical Design Instructor, Integrated Technology

a) Barbara Krieg, Associate Dean, Health and Public Safety Division,

b) Sharon Opsahl, Instructor Nursing, Health and Public Safety Division,

a) Greg Stanton, Case Manager, YouthBuild La Crosse, Learner Support

b) Julie Fargen, Instructor Nursing, Health and Public Safety Division,

4) Internal Transfers a) Tammy Albert, Admissions Assistant, Student Services and Engagement

Affairs Unit .................................................................................................... Page 15

Division, Academic Affairs Unit .................................................................... Page 16 X

Division, Academic Affairs Unit .................................................................... Page 17 X 2) Notice of Retirement X

Academic Affairs Unit ................................................................................... Page 18 X

Academic Affairs Unit ................................................................................... Page 19 X 3) Notice of Resignation X

and Transition, Academic Affairs Unit ......................................................... Page 20 X

Academic Affairs Unit ................................................................................... Page 21 X

Unit ............................................................................................................... Page 22 b) Tom Kruser, Network Systems Administrator, Information Services,

Finance & Operations Unit ........................................................................... Page 22 D. College Policies

1) Second Reading and Adoption a) B0101 Accounting System........................................................................... Page 23 X b) D0102 Faculty Credentials/Faculty Quality Assurance (FQAS) .................. Page 25 X c) D0103 Performance Excellence .................................................................. Page 27 X d) D0601 Copyright Compliance ...................................................................... Page 28 X e) D0604 Operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems or Vehicles (UAS/UAV) . Page 30 X

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Topic Attachment Action

6. Resolution of Commendation A. Vernon Memorial Hospital | CEO Kyle Bakkum ........................................................ Page 34 X

7. Resolutions of Commendation

A. Tim Kendhammer, Welding Technician, Integrated Technologies, Academic Affairs ........................................................................................................................ Page 35 X

B. Mary Lieder Harper - Instructor, Mechanical Design, Integrated Technologies Division, Academic Affairs ........................................................................................ Page 36 X

C. Myra Withey - Instructor, Mechanical Design, Integrated Technologies Division, Academic Affairs ....................................................................................................... Page 37 X

D. Duane Yachwak - Instructor, Diesel, Integrated Technologies Division, Academic Affairs ........................................................................................................................ Page 38 X

8. Presidents Report A. Tours and Connections

B. District Board Advance | January College Day January 16, 2018 C. District Board Advance | Culture of Accountability February 27, 2018

D. District Board Holiday Dinner February 27, 2018 E. District Board Meeting May 15, 2018 | Independence F. Celebrations for Vision 2020 Facilities

G. Inside Track Update

H. Enrollment Update

9. District Board Chairperson Report A. ACCT National Legislative Summit February 11-14, 2018 Washington, DC B. District Board Commitments C. Presidents Scholarship Reception April 17, 2018 Lunda Center - 5:00-7:30pm

10. Inform: Grants Update Rande Daykin

11. Approve: Learning Commons Remodel......................................................................... Page 39 X

12. Approve: Veterans Center Remodel .............................................................................. Page 40 X

13. Other Business

14. Plus Delta | Board Members

15. Adjournment X

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AGENDA ITEM 5 A

WESTERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE DISTRICT BOARD Minutes to Regular Meeting

November 21, 2017

Ms. Angie Lawrence, District Board Chair, called the regular meeting of the Board of Western Technical College District to order at 4:12pm on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at the Western Technical College Lunda Center, 319 7th Street N, Kwik Trip Room, La Crosse, WI. Board members present were: Andrew Bosshard, Carrie Buss, Michelle Greendeer-Rave, Dave Laehn, Angie Lawrence, Ed Lukasek, Ken Peterson, Dennis Treu and Roger Stanford, President. Board member Dan Hanson was excused.

Notice of the meeting was posted publicly on Friday, November 17, 2017 at 12:48pm with the agenda being distributed to interested persons, sent to the Districts official newspaper (The La Crosse Tribune), and distributed to other news media throughout the District in compliance with Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.81 through 19.98.

OTHERS PRESENT

Others Present: Wade Hackbarth, Amy Thornton, Janice Strupp, John Heath, Cherrie Bergandi, Tracy Dryden,

Bruce Mathew, Diane Neefe, Amy Schmidt, Steve McCombs, Britt Pagor, Liz Boecker, John Zimprich, Nikki

Pelowski, Patti Balacek, Angie Martin, Denise Vujnovich (Western staff)

Motion Lukasek, second Laehn that the Western Technical College District Board modify the sequence of agenda

items. Ayes, 8; Opposed, 0. Motion carried.

BIS UPDATE

Patti Balacek and Angie Martin provided a Business & Industry Services update and introduced staff from that

office.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion Buss, second Laehn, that the Western Technical College District Board approve the minutes to the

October 17, 2017 regular meeting as presented. Votes: Ayes, 8; Opposed, 0. Motion carried.

APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORTS

Motion Buss, second Bosshard that the Western Technical College District Board approve financial reports for October 2017 which include: A) Schedule of Payments; B) Vendors Over $2500; C) General Revenue/Expense Report. Votes: Ayes, 7; Opposed, 0; Abstention, 1. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION Motion Lukasek, second Laehn, that the Western Technical College District Board adopt resolution of commendation honoring Ann Peterson on retirement from Western. Votes: Ayes, 8; Opposed, 0. Motion carried. A copy of the resolution in its entirety is attached to and incorporated into these minutes as Attachment A.

PRESIDENTS REPORT Dr. Stanford highlighted the recently held meetings, tours and news/media coverage, reported on the DECA state leadership session, Veterans Day celebration and the Higher Learning Commission multi-site visit. A brief review of the Plus Delta occurred.

DISTRICT BOARD CHAIRPERSON REPORT Ms. Lawrence briefly reviewed the October 30 District Board Advance and District Boards Association Legal Issues Conference. A reminder of the ACCT National Legislation summit in February was provided. District Board commitments and acronyms were discussed. The Lybert family discussion was highlighted as well as LADCO events and todays New Directions session. Ms. Lawrence advised the consent agenda will be moved to the beginning of the meeting agenda. A copy of Our School, A History of People and Events, was shared for reading.

2016-17 FINANCIAL AUDIT REPORT Motion Greendeer-Rave, second Bosshard, that the Western Technical College District Board accept and place on file the 2016-2017 financial audit report prepared by Wipfli, LLP. Votes: Ayes, 8; Opposed 0. Motion carried.

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USE OF GENERAL FUND FOR CAPACITY BUILDNG PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR REVISED ENROLLMENT JOURNEY-EXPERIENCE 2025 Motion Laehn, second Buss, that the Western Technical College District Board approve the use of general fund balance, $125,000 FY 2018 and $125,000 FY 2019 for capacity building to provide professional development for mid-level managers and frontline staff to implement coaching and change management for the new student enrollment journey Experience 2025. Roll call: Bosshard, yes; Buss, yes; Laehn, yes; Lukasek, yes; Peterson, yes; Greendeer-Rave, yes; Treu, yes; Lawrence, yes. Motion carried.

DISTRICT BOARD COMMITMENTS Motion Bosshard, second Lukasek, that the Western Technical College District Board approve the nine District Board Commitments for 2017-18. Roll call: Bosshard, yes; Buss, yes; Laehn, yes; Lukasek, yes; Peterson, yes; Greendeer-Rave, yes; Treu, yes; Lawrence, yes. Motion carried.

CONSENT AGENDA Motion Buss, second Treu, that the Western Technical College District Board approve the following consent items as presented: A. Personnel 1) Notice of Employment: a) Emily Buege, Data Assistant, Institutional Research, Executive Offices; b) Julia Callaghan, Math Specialist, General Studies Division, Academic Affairs Unit; c) Jamie Shatek, Student Account Assistant, Cashiers Office, Finance and Operations Unit; 2) Notice of Retirement: a) Tim Kendhammer, Welding Technician, Integrated Technologies, Academic Affairs; 3) Notice of Resignation; a) Rhonda Louis, Instructor, Nursing, Health & Public Safety, Academic Affairs; B. BIS FY2017 Contract Board Report; C. College Policies: 1) Second Reading and Adoption: a)Annual Performance Evaluation of President; 2) First Reading: a) B0101 Accounting System; b) D0102 Faculty Credentials/Faculty Quality Assurance (FQAS); c) D0103 Performance Excellence; d) D0601 Copyright Compliance; e) D0604 Operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems or Vehicles (UAS/UAV). Votes: Ayes, 8; Opposed, 0. Motion carried.

DISTRICT BOARD PLANNING, POLICY AND INSTRUCTION COMMITTEE REPORT Ms. Buss reported that the Planning, Policy & Instruction committee addressed the following topics: 1) Success Abilities; 2) student success direction; 3) proposal for capacity building; and 4) policy update.

DISTRICT BOARD BUDGET AND FACILITIES COMMITTEE REPORT The Budget & Facilities committee was provided an audit report and subcommittee update, as well as discussed Vision 2020 facilities and financial reports 2017-18.

ADJOURNMENT 5:13pm: Motion Lukasek, second Laehn, that with no further business to come before the Western Technical College District Board, the meeting be adjourned. Votes: Ayes 8; Opposed, 0. Motion carried.

Daniel P. Hanson, Secretary

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AGENDA ITEM 5 B 1


Western Technical College

Schedule of Payments Issued

For The Period 11/01/17 thru 11/30/17

FY 2017-2018

Check Numbers Number

Used Issued November 2017 Year to Date

Accounts Payable

Checks 332247-332811 565 $1,497,292.86 $7,859,318.00

P Card 680 $ 158,616.28 $ 1,235,119.33

Electronic 103 $ 2,039,569.91 $ 17,248,606.58

Total Accounts Payable $ 3,695,479.05 $ 26,343,043.91

Student Refunds

Checks 517453-517693 241 $253,846.53 $2,048,787.09

Electronic 159 $220,237.67 $2,801,355.28

Total Student Refunds $ 474,084.20 $ 4,850,142.37

Payroll

Checks 800641-800657 17 $ 4,746.54 $ 11,468.13

Electronic 1570 $1,752,728.50 $8,162,908.91

Total Payroll $ 1,757,475.04 $ 8,174,377.04

Total Payments $ 5,927,038.29 $ 39,367,563.32

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AGENDA ITEM 5 B 2


Western Technical College

Vendor Payments Exceeding $2500

November 30, 2017

Vendor Amount Check #

AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION 4,250.00 $ 332550 ANFP 2,520.00 $ PCARD ANOKA-RAMSEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE 5,400.00 $ 332678 ASSESSMENT TECHOLOGIES INSTITUTE,LLC 27,450.00 $ 332323 AWL*PEARSON EDUCATION 3,578.85 $ PCARD AWL*PEARSON EDUCATION 4,477.50 $ PCARD AWL*PEARSON EDUCATION 14,640.00 $ PCARD BAN-KOE SYSTEMS, INC. 7,865.05 $ 332679 BERNIE BUCHNER PLUMBING 8,550.79 $ PCARD BERNIE BUCHNER PLUMBING 8,687.35 $ PCARD BERNIE BUCHNER, INC. 3,679.44 $ 332458 CENTURYLINK 12,926.92 $ 332358 CHARTER COMM 6,918.84 $ PCARD CHARTER COMM dba SPECTRUM REACH 3,923.83 $ 332590 CHIPPEWA VALLEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE 4,283.10 $ 332665 CHIPPEWA VALLEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE 29,966.54 $ 332591 CHURCHILL,JORDAN M 3,762.00 $ 332666 CITY OF LA CROSSE TREASURER 23,440.00 $ 332248 COMMISSION ON ACCREDITATION FOR HEALTH INFORMATICS & INFO $ 2,500.00 332560 MGR EDDALCO ENTERPRISES 2,585.29 $ PCARD DALCO ENTERPRISES 3,938.17 $ PCARD DELTA DENTAL 4,210.91 $ WIRE DELTA DENTAL 7,006.60 $ WIRE DELTA DENTAL 7,077.45 $ WIRE DELTA DENTAL 8,991.92 $ WIRE DELTA DENTAL 11,209.14 $ WIRE DIGICOPY 4,065.21 $ EFT000000001761 DISTRICTS MUTUAL INSURANCE 6,549.00 $ 332781 ELLUCIAN COMPANY LP 6,650.00 $ 332670 ELSEVIER 3,012.61 $ EFT000000001786 ELSEVIER 13,043.76 $ EFT000000001766 EO JOHNSON COMPANY 8,522.00 $ EFT000000001730 EPA AUDIO VISUAL INC 7,419.97 $ 332479 EXCEL IMAGES 2,649.94 $ 332566 GIBBONS,ROBERTA d/b/a MERIT CONSULTING 3,100.00 $ 332256 HANSON,EARLYN 3,756.76 $ 332435 HARTMAN PUBLISHING INC 8,280.49 $ 332489 HDTV SUPPLY INC 3,055.34 $ PCARD INSIDETRACK, INC 12,500.00 $ 332704 JONES & BARTLETT LEARNING, LLC 3,533.25 $ 332608

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AGENDA ITEM 5 B 2


Vendor

KREIBICH LANDSCAPING LA CROSSE CENTER LA CROSSE MEDICAL HEALTH SCIENCE LA CROSSE MEDICAL HEALTH SCIENCE LA CROSSE WATER UTILITY LANDSCAPE SPECIALISTS OF WISCONSIN MARKET & JOHNSON, INC. MATHY CONSTRUCTION MBS MCGRAW-HILL COMPANIES MCGRAW-HILL COMPANIES MIDDLETON POWER CENTER MIDWEST PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL, INC. MINNESOTA LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY NATIONAL INSURANCE SERVICES NC3 NEIGHBORHOOD FAMILY CLINICS INC NETTELL,JENNIFER P & T ELECTRIC INC. P & T ELECTRIC INC. PARAGON ASSOCIATES PEMBER COMPANIES INC PT WELDING AND DRIVESHAFT REPAIR, INC. QTI CONSULTING, INC. RDG PLANNING & DESIGN RDG PLANNING & DESIGN READY BUS LINE COMPANY REINHART FOODSERVICE REINHART FOODSERVICE REINHART FOODSERVICE REINHART FOODSERVICE REINHART FOODSERVICE REINHART FOODSERVICE RIVER CITY LAWNSCAPE RIVER VALLEY NEWSPAPERS ROCHESTER MOTOR COMPANY SERVICEMASTER CLEANING SERVICE SIKICH LLP STAPLES CONTRACT & COMMERCIAL INC STAPLES CONTRACT & COMMERCIAL INC STRANG,PATTESON,RENNING,LEWIS&LACY STRANG,PATTESON,RENNING,LEWIS&LACY TCD*CENGAGE LEARNING TCD*CENGAGE LEARNING TCD*CENGAGE LEARNING

Amount Check #

$ 4,388.02 332710 $ 4,705.00 332266 $ 4,618.00 332269 $ 4,618.00 332496 $ 10,097.27 332497 $ 4,322.92 332614 $ 8,159.59 332617 $ 25,013.60 332501 $ 36,846.95 332379 $ 3,059.09 332718 $ 13,582.14 332502 $ 40,159.40 332504 $ 2,750.00 332382 $ 18,312.87 332383 $ 4,911.10 332725 $ 5,000.00 332726 $ 3,529.00 332728 $ 5,000.00 332672 $ 11,092.51 332284 $ 11,544.25 332732 $ 10,381.00 332511 $ 557,048.11 332512 $ 5,094.60 332633 $ 2,500.00 332634 $ 2,575.00 332743 $ 4,632.70 332287 $ 3,194.73 332744 $ 2,966.38 332637 $ 3,668.53 332545 $ 4,928.79 332513 $ 8,308.93 332745 $ 11,526.79 332289 $ 12,825.35 332393 $ 6,880.82 332515 $ 4,662.75 PCARD $ 12,334.00 332469 $ 22,086.12 332399 $ 674,170.26 WIRE $ 10,949.12 332753 $ 14,038.23 332298 $ 4,152.50 332519 $ 4,888.44 332402 $ 3,375.00 PCARD $ 3,840.00 PCARD $ 4,120.00 PCARD

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AGENDA ITEM 5 B 2


Vendor

U.S. BANK UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN US BANK-DEBT SERVICES WIRE VENDI ADVERTISING W.W. NORTON & COMPANY WASTE MANAGEMENT WETZSTEON,SHELLY WIESER BROTHERS GENERAL CONTRACTOR, INC. WIESER EQUIPMENT LEASING COMPANY WINONA HEATING & VENTILATING CO. WIPFLI WISCNET WISCONSIN RETIREMENT-WRS WIRE WKBT-TV XCEL ENERGY YWCA

Amount Check #

$ 3,475.00 332523 $ 6,058.42 332408 $ 4,680.00 332651 $ 72,167.08 WIRE $ 3,898.25 332760 $ 2,959.00 332526 $ 3,892.35 332416 $ 2,688.07 332584 $ 13,199.31 332533 $ 26,591.48 332534 $ 10,535.00 332536 $ 12,000.00 332313 $ 25,600.00 332421 $ 311,919.14 WIRE $ 2,960.00 332767 $ 57,377.35 332547 $ 7,498.29 332543

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AGENDA ITEM 5 B 3


Western Technical CollegeGeneral Fund/Special Revenue Funds

For the Five Months Ending Thursday, November 30, 2017

Budget Encumbrances Current Month YTD % of YTD 2018 2018 November 2018 to Budget

Revenue Local Taxes 11,553,000.00 41.90 41.90 0.00% State Sources 22,471,108.00 856,394.69 4,601,206.73 20.48% Program Fees Material Fees

11,164,000.00 510,000.00

3,494,137.21 174,718.29

10,203,793.96 454,935.93

91.40% 89.20%

Other Student Fees 1,154,340.00 218,059.96 835,978.87 72.42% Institutional Sources 2,708,500.00 101,927.60 401,522.83 14.82% Federal Sources 1,664,777.00 174,818.08 615,037.89 36.94% Total Revenues 51,225,725.00 5,020,097.73 17,112,518.11 33.41%

ExpendituresInstructional 34,515,643.00 11,881.75 2,678,756.16 13,460,114.98 39.00% Instructional Resources 1,377,223.00 108,369.23 590,177.62 42.85% Student Services 5,175,541.00 5,540.94 429,148.30 2,185,381.11 42.23% General Institutional 8,677,598.00 88,098.68 607,860.90 3,721,381.67 42.88% Physical Plant 4,316,770.00 25,394.84 364,531.11 1,891,896.05 43.83% Total Expenditures 54,062,775.00 130,916.21 4,188,665.70 21,848,951.43 40.41%

Net Revenue (Expenditures) (2,837,050.00) (130,916.21) 831,432.03 (4,736,433.32) 166.95%

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AGENDA ITEM 5 C 1 a

WESTERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE DISTRICT

I S S U E P A P E R

Topic: Notice of Employment: Mechanical Design Instructor, Integrated Technology Division, Regular, Full-time.

Issue: This vacancy is a replacement for an employee who retired. This position was posted internally and was advertised in the La Crosse Tribune and on the Western websites. Twelve individuals applied, eight met minimum qualifications and were released to the search committee. The committee selected three applicants to interview. The committee recommends one candidate as the best-qualified for employment.

Recommendation: Approve the employment of Alex Bahl, Mechanical Design Instructor, Integrated Technology Division, Academic Affairs Unit, Regular, Full-time effective as of January 4, 2018.

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AGENDA ITEM 5 C 1 b


I S S U E P A P E R

Topic: Notice of Employment: Instructor Diesel, Integrated Technology Division, Regular, Full-time.

Issue: This vacancy is a replacement for an employee who retired. This position was posted internally and was advertised in the La Crosse Tribune and on the Western, Wisconsin Job Center, and Wisconsin Tech Connect websites. Nine individuals applied, eight met minimum qualifications and were released to the search committee. The committee selected four applicants to interview. The committee recommends one candidate as the best-qualified for employment.

Recommendation: Approve the employment of Cody Bork, Instructor Diesel, Integrated Technology Division, Academic Affairs Unit, Regular, Full-time effective as of January 4, 2018.

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AGENDA ITEM 5 B 1 c


I S S U E P A P E R

Topic: Notice of Employment: Communications Specialist, General Studies Division, Academic Affairs Unit, Regular, Full-time

Issue: This vacancy is a replacement for an employee who transferred to another position within the college. The position was posted internally and was advertised on the Western, website. Forty-eight individuals applied and forty-five met minimum requirements and were released to the search committee. The committee selected six applicants to interview. The committee recommends one candidate as the best-qualified for employment.

Recommendation: Approve the employment of Kirsten Moffler-Daykin, Communications Specialist, General Studies Division, Academic Affairs Unit, Regular, Full-time, effective as of January 22, 2018.

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AGENDA ITEM 5 C 1 d


I S S U E P A P E R

Topic: Notice of Employment: Mechanical Design Instructor, Integrated Technology Division, Regular, Full-time

Issue: This vacancy is a replacement for an employee who retired. This position was posted internally and was advertised in the La Crosse Tribune and on the Western websites. Twelve individuals applied, eight met minimum qualifications and were released to the search committee. The committee selected three applicants to interview. The committee recommends one candidate as the best-qualified for employment.

Recommendation: Approve the employment of Matthew Sierra, Mechanical Design Instructor, Integrated Technology Division, Academic Affairs Unit, Regular, Full-time effective as of January 4, 2018.

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AGENDA ITEM 5 C 2 a


I S S U E P A P E R

Topic: Notice of Retirement: Associate Dean, Health and Public Safety Division, Regular, Full-time.

Issue: Barbara Krieg has elected to retire from employment at Western Technical College effective as of January 31, 2018.

Recommendation: Approve the retirement of Barbara Krieg, Associate Dean, Health and Public Safety Division, Academic Affairs Unit, Full-time effective as of January 31, 2018.

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AGENDA ITEM 5 C 2 b


I S S U E P A P E R

Topic: Notice of Retirement: Instructor Nursing, Health and Public Safety Division, Regular, Full-time.

Issue: Sharon Opsahl has elected to retire from employment at Western Technical College effective as of June 30, 2018.

Recommendation: Approve the retirement of Sharon Opsahl, Instructor Nursing, Health and Public Safety Division, Academic Affairs Unit, Full-time effective as of June 30, 2018.

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I S S U E P A P E R

Topic: Notice of Resignation: Case Manager, YouthBuild La Crosse, Learner Support and Transition, Regular, Full-time

Issue: Greg Stanton has elected to resign from employment at Western Technical College effective as of December 8, 2017.

Recommendation: Approve the resignation of Greg Stanton, Case Manager, YouthBuild La Crosse, Learner Support and Transition, Academic Affairs Unit, Regular, Full-time effective December 8, 2017.

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I S S U E P A P E R

Topic: Notice of Resignation: Instructor Nursing, Health and Public Safety, Regular, Full-time

Issue: Julie Fargen has elected to resign from employment at Western Technical College effective as of December 31, 2017.

Recommendation: Approve the resignation of Julie Fargen, Instructor Nursing, Health and Public Safety Division, Academic Affairs Unit, Regular, Full-time effective December 31, 2017.

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Internal Transfer December 2017

The following job(s) were filled by an internal applicant.

Open Position(s):

Position filled Effective Date

Employee Position Vacated # of Application(s) Received/Interviewed

Network Systems Admin 12/1/17 Tom Kruser PC Support Tech 10/2

Admissions Assistant 10/16/17 Tammy Albert Enrollment Services Assistant 108/5

The following job(s) were filled by as a result of a promotion or appointment.

Position filled Effective Date

Employee Position Vacated Type

This is for information purposes only. Does not require board approval.

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Current Policy:

B0101 ACCOUNTING SYSTEM

The College shall use the Uniform Financial Fund Accounting System established by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board. The system of accounts shall provide for the appropriate separation of accounts, funds, and special monies. The system of accounts shall be used for all business transactions and budgeting documentation to establish uniformity of systems and procedures.

Reviewed November 16, 2004 Reviewed December 15, 1992 Revised July 10, 1989 Adopted November 28, 1979 Wisconsin Administrative Code, Chapter TCS 7

Suggested Revision:

During the Youthbuild grant audit, it was suggested that the College have a formal policy that describes

our segregation of duties philosophy. This philosophy has been incorporated into Policy BO101. Changes

are highlighted in red.

B0101 ACCOUNTING SYSTEM/SEGREGATION OF DUTIES

Accounting System The College shall organize and operate its accounting system in accordance with Wisconsin Administrative Code, Chapter TCS 7. The College shall use the Uniform Financial Fund Accounting System established by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board.

Segregation of Duties State and federal policies require that accounting transactions be authorized according to sound management practices. Segregation of duties is critical because it ensures separation of different functions and defines authority and responsibility over transactions. Segregation of duties is critical to effective internal control; it reduces the risk of both erroneous and inappropriate actions.

The fundamental premise of segregated duties is that an individual should not be in a position to initiate, approve, and review the same action. Also, the accounting/reconciling function, and the asset (e.g., money, inventory) custody function should be separated among employees. These are called incompatible duties when performed by the same individual.

Western Technical College considers the principle of segregation of duties when designing and defining job duties. The College implements and enforces policies and procedures that, to the extent feasible, segregate duties among employees and that include effective oversight of activities and transactions, in order to safeguard the assets of the district.

The system of accounts shall provide for the appropriate separation of accounts, funds, and special monies.

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The system of accounts shall be used for all business transactions and budgeting documentation to establish uniformity of systems and procedures.

Reviewed November 16, 2004 Reviewed December 15, 1992 Revised July 10, 1989 Adopted November 28, 1979 Wisconsin Administrative Code, Chapter TCS 7

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D0102 FACULTY CREDENTIALS/FACULTY QUALITY ASSURANCE (FQAS)

Western Technical College employs competent faculty members who are qualified to accomplish support the the College mission and accomplish the goals of the institution. Western is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association and maintains standards for hiring of faculty based on the Higher Learning Commissions Handbook of Accreditation.

All faculty must meet minimum standards set by the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), the Higher Learning Commission, and the College. Faculty must meet the requirements established through Administrative Code, Chapter TCS 3 (Technical College System- Certification of Personnel). The Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS) identifies minimum education and occupational experience requirements, as well as ongoing professional development required of each faculty member teaching in the WTCS. Faculty are responsible for meeting the requirements of FQAS, and supervisors have the responsibility of working with faculty to ensure plans are developed and reviewed.

See procedure D0102(P)

To ensure the highest quality faculty, the Colleges standard for all credit classes is that full-time and adjunct faculty must hold a degree one degree higher than the discipline in which they are teaching. Faculty teaching in General Studies must hold a minimum of a Masters Degree in the discipline, or a Masters in a related discipline with at least 18 graduate credits in the discipline. Where warranted exceptions may be granted. All exceptions must adhere to Equal Employment Opportunity requirements:

Any exceptions to Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) requirements must be approved by the Certification Officer and the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Exceptions to the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and Division requirements must be approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Exceptions to program accreditation requirements will be approved by the Division Dean.

Revised November 21, 2017

Adopted February 19, 2013

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D0102(P) FACULTY CREDENTIALS/FACULTY QUALITY ASSURANCE (FQAS)

To ensure the highest quality faculty, the Colleges standard for all credit classes is that full-time and adjunct (part-time) faculty must hold a degree one degree higher than the discipline in which they are teaching. Faculty teaching in General Studies must hold a minimum of a masters degree in the discipline, or a masters degree in a related discipline with at least 18 graduate credits in the discipline.

Exceptions may be granted where warranted. All exceptions must adhere to Equal Employment Opportunity requirements:

Any exceptions to Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) requirements must be approved by the Certification Officer and the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Exceptions to the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and Division requirements must be approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Exceptions to program accreditation requirements will be approved by the Division Dean.

See Policy D0102

Adopted November 21, 2017

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D0103 PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE

The College is committed to providing educational programs and services that meet the highest educational standards and meet the quality expectations of students, employers and other stakeholders. The Malcolm Baldrige Education Criteria for Performance Excellence serves as the framework for systems improvement as well as accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association. This criteria focuses on leadership, strategic planning, student/stakeholder/market focus, knowledge management, employee engagement, process management, and overall results. College-wide performance excellence is monitored by the College Scorecard. Performance excellence in academic programs is monitored through the Quality Review Process (QRPP) process. The PDCA (Plan Do Check Adjust) process serves as the guide for improving performance excellence in all areas at the College.

Revised November 21, 2017 Revised January 18, 2011 Revised December 16, 1997 Reviewed September 21, 1993 Adopted January 23, 1990

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Current Policy

D0601 COPYRIGHT COMPLIANCE Western Technical College, recognizing the importance of intellectual property rights and the consequences of non-compliance, requires all employees to follow federal copyright guidelines. The College has a Copyright Coordinator who, together with the College's Copyright Committee, serves as the in-house resource and authority on determining Western's compliance with copyright policies and procedures. When using print, data, or media materials for instruction that are not explicit as to copyright limitation, such materials must first be submitted to the Copyright Coordinator, unless specific instructions concerning the material can be found in the District's policies.

Adopted April 20, 1999

Proposed Policy

Academic Policy Copyright Compliance

D0601 Copyright Compliance:

Western Technical College requires all students, faculty, and staff to adhere to United States copyright

law. Copyright is a legal protection for creators of original works and grants the copyright holder the sole

right to allow for the reproduction, distribution, preparation, performance or display of the work. If any

student or employee witnesses a potential copyright infringement, they are expected to report the

violation to either their supervisor or divisional academic leadership.

The administrator of the Library, or his/her designee, will serve as the Copyright Coordinator with authority on determining Western's compliance with copyright policies and procedures. When using print, data, or media materials for instruction that are not explicit as to copyright limitation, such materials must first be submitted to the Copyright Coordinator, unless specific instructions concerning the material can be found in the District's policies.

Proposed Procedure:

In order to use copyrighted material, the creator of the original work must grant written approval except

in the following cases:

1) The copyright holder has explicitly granted open access to the material through an organization that allows copyright holders to determine various levels of use (such as Creative Commons).

2) Under the judicial doctrine of fair use, not-for-profit educational institutions have limited rights for classroom use of certain copyrighted material. Single copies of the following may be made for scholarly research or use in teaching or preparation to teach a class:

a. A chapter from a book b. An article from a periodical or newspaper c. A short story, short essay or short poem, whether or not from a collective work d. A chart, graph, diagram, drawing, cartoon, or picture from a book, periodical, or

newspaper (United States Copyright Office, 2014, p. 6).

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According to the United States Copyright Office (2014), multiple copies (not to exceed one copy per pupil in a course) may be made so long as the copied portions include a notice of copyright and are:

a. Spontaneous (i.e., the inspiration and decision of the individual instructor to use the work and the moment of use are so close in time it would be unreasonable to expect a timely reply to a request for permission),

b. Brief (i.e., a complete article, story or essay of less than 2,500 words; a complete poem of less than 250 words; or an excerpt from any prose work of not more than 1,000 words or 10 percent of the work, whichever is less), and

c. Limited in cumulative effect (e.g., multiple copies of any given work for only one class; not more than one short poem, article, story, essay, or two excerpts from the same author; not more than three short poems, articles, stories, essays, or excerpts from the same collective work or periodical volume during one class term; and not more than nine instances of such multiple copying for one course during one class term).

Copying consumables, such as workbooks, answer sheets, tests and exercises is strictly prohibited.

For more information on the process for receiving approval to use copyrighted material, a case history

on fair use, or detailed guidelines for classroom use, please reference www.copyright.gov.

Please click here for a link to a copyright guide for teachers.

The following sources were used in creating this policy/procedure and are recommended resources to

consult when copyright questions arise:

Auberry, K. (2015). Managing copyright in higher education: A guidebook. Library Journal, 140(3), 114.

Fowler, F. (2013). Policy studies for educational leaders: An introduction (4th ed.). Boston: Pearson.

Copyright Compliance Center. (2012). Guidelines for creating a copyright compliance policy. Retrieved from http://www.copyright.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/White_Paper_CR-Guidelines.pdf

United States Copyright Office. (2003). Questions and answers on copyright for the campus community. Retrieved from: www.copyright.gov

United States Copyright Office. (2014). Circular 21: Reproduction of copyrighted works by educators and librarians. Retrieved from https://www.copyright.gov/circs/circ21.pdf

Wiggins, M. M. (2011). Managing fair use on campus: The online academic administrator's

dilemma. Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration, 14(4), 4.

Communication Plan Audience(s):

Faculty Students Student Services Staff Academic Leaders Senior Leaders Other________________________

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D0604 OPERATION OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS OR VEHICLES (UAS/UAV)

Western recognizes that the operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems or Vehicles (UAS/UAV), small Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), and Remote Operated Aircraft (ROA), also referred to as drones, are popular for both recreational and educational usage. In the interest of maintaining an appropriate learning environment, the College limits UAS usage to educational and/or college-related activities on any college controlled or managed property. All safety and privacy procedures apply to all College property and all members of Westerns community, including but not limited to employees, students, clubs, organizations, vendors and any other individuals who are operating a UAS as part of their employment or as part of any college-related research or activity. Any person operating a UAS is personally responsible for complying with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, federal and state laws, local ordinances, and college policies and procedures.

Allowable Use: 1. Instructional Use - A student flying for purposes of non-aviation course learning at the college

who is supervised by a college employee who possesses a current Remote Pilot Airman

Certificate or other allowable airman certificate.

2. Institutional Use Any non-instructional use by the college is not allowed, except under extraordinary circumstances, and then only with prior authorization by the college President or

designee.

3. Contractor Use Contractor use in the furtherance of college-related work will only be permitted if the contractor provides to the college risk management authority the following: 1)

proof of insurance coverage for UAS operations with a minimum of $1,000,000 of liability

coverage; 2) proof of proper Airman Certificate for UAS operations; and 3) signed

acknowledgement that the contractor has read and understands the college UAS Procedure.

4. Other Use No other use of UAS at or by the college is allowed except as authorized by the college President or designee.

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D0604(p) PROCEDURE FOR THE OPERATION OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS OR VEHICLES (UAS/UAV)

The purpose of the procedure detailed here is to ensure the safe, legal, and proper use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), also known as drones on Western Technical College facilities or during UAS flights operated for college courses or activities. Procedure Detail:

1. A college employee Pilot in Command (PIC) planning to conduct or supervise an unmanned

aircraft system (UAS) flight used in support of teaching must be authorized by their division

leadership, i.e. Dean or Associate Dean. Additionally, any college UAS operation over non-

college property must have prior approval by both the property owner and their division

leadership.

2. The operator of any college UAS must abide by all federal, state, and city laws.

3. The operator must avoid flying through restricted airspace or college airspace deemed off limits,

including the entire block upon which any college RESIDENCE HALL is located.

4. A UAS shall not be used to monitor or record areas where there is a reasonable expectation of

privacy in accordance with accepted social norms. These areas include but are not limited to

restrooms, locker rooms, individual residential rooms, changing or dressing rooms, campus

daycare facilities, and health treatment rooms.

5. A UAS shall not be used to monitor or record sensitive institutional or personal information

which may be found, for example, on an individual's workspace, on a computer or other

electronic displays.

6. Overseeing departments are responsible for providing or ensuring operators are trained in the

proper use of UAS.

7. Operators shall always consider the safety of people, risk of property damage, and the potential

failure modes for their UAS.

8. Operators shall wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) before flying a UAS.

9. UAS operations shall be conducted in line-of-sight and shall avoid flying over people.

College Flight Rules

1. Any college employee PIC conducting or supervising UAS flights must possess a Remote Pilot

Airman Certificate, small UAS rating, or other applicable pilot license.

2. Any college employee PIC conducting or supervising UAS flights will ensure all FAA regulations

and recommended Safety Guidelines (Title 13 CFR Part 107) including wearing recommended

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), having a spotter and keeping a 10 foot Safety Zone at

launch and landing.

3. Any college employee PIC conducting or supervising UAS flights will follow all DMI safety

recommendations.

4. Any college employee PIC conducting or supervising UAS flights will ensure authorization to fly

in Controlled Airspace if applicable. www.faa.gov/UAS

5. Any college employee PIC conducting or supervising UAS flights will ensure all drones in use are

properly registered with the FAA.

6. Each division will keep UAS Inventory, maintenance logs, and flight inspection logs for UAS

under their control.

7. Each division will maintain their drone flight training records.

8. Additionally, Instructional UAS must:

a. Weigh less than 55lbs.

b. Have controls to enable override by a college employee PIC conducting or supervising

UAS flights.

c. Have Home capability d. Have capability of GEO-Fencing or Geo-Spatial Parameters.

Indoor Flight:

1. Although not regulated by the FAA, pilot must follow all FAA safety guidelines including proper

PPE.

2. Additionally: Instructor and pilot should be separated from the other students/observers by at

least netting as recommended by DMI.

All flights must follow FAA Safety Guidelines (Title 14 CFR Part 107):

1. Wear eye protection

2. Wear cut resistant gloves

3. Create a 10 foot safety zone around launch and landing location

4. Drone must weigh less than 55 pounds

5. Conduct preflight inspection of drone by remote pilot

6. Fly no higher than 400 feet

7. Fly no faster than 100 mph

8. Keep craft in sight at all times Unaided by any device other than corrective lenses

9. Remain clear of and avoid manned craft, must yield right of way

10. Do not intentionally fly over unprotected people or moving vehicles

11. Remain at least 25 feet away from people and vulnerable property

12. Fly no closer than 2 nautical miles from a heliport

13. Daylight only, Twilight with proper lighting

14. Do not fly in adverse weather such as high winds or reduced visibility (At least 3 miles)

15. Contact www.faa.gov/UAS if flying within 5 nautical miles of an airport; class B, C, D & E

airspace. Class G airspace does not require ATC permission (La Crosse Campus is within 5 miles

of the airport)

16. Do not fly under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

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17. Ensure the operating environment is safe and that the operator is competent and proficient in

the operation of the UAS.

18. No flying from a moving aircraft

19. No flying from a moving vehicle unless over a sparsely populated area.

20. No carrying hazardous materials

21. No reckless flying

22. Do not fly near or over sensitive infrastructure or property such as power stations, water

treatment facilities, correctional facilities, heavily traveled roadways, government facilities, etc.

1. Check and follow all local laws and ordinances before flying over private property.

2. Do not conduct surveillance or photograph persons in areas where there is an

expectation of privacy without the individuals permission.

3. See Title 14 CFR Part 107 for possible changes or additions

Flight Log

1. A Drone Flight Log will be maintained at the Division Office

a. Instructional/commercial flights will be recorded by the PIC

b. Other Flights will be recorded by the Security authority approving the flight

Definitions

1. Credit Bearing: Any class where successful completion will result in a college credit.

2. Instructional Use: The purpose of teaching students.

3. Student: An individual flying for the purpose of learning during a credit bearing course.

4. Dual Controls: Two separate controls enabling another to take control of flight.

5. Home Capability: A drone programmed to return to its launch site if radio control by the pilot is

lost.

6. Geo-Fencing or Geo-Spatial Parameters; A drone capable of being electronically limited to a

specific area of flight


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Certificate of Recognition

Whereas, Vernon Memorial Healthcare has been a Western partner for over 10 years; and

Whereas, Vernon Memorial has donated over $450,000 in funding over the years to support a nursing faculty position at the College; and

Whereas, Vernon Memorial provides Western students with the essential experience by hosting between 80 and 100 students each year in clinical rotations; and

Whereas, when Westerns Viroqua campus was under construction, Vernon Memorial allowed Western to utilize their skills lab for consistent learning opportunities; and

Whereas, Vernon Memorial supports higher education and professional development for their employees; and

Whereas, Vernon Memorial is recognized as an outstanding partner not just by Western, but by the greater Viroqua community; now therefore be it

Resolved that Western Technical College and District Board hereby recognizes Vernon Memorial Healthcare as an industry partner and commends them for their generous

contributions and support for the region.

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Resolution of Commendation Tim Kendhammer

Whereas, Tim Kendhammer, Welding Lab Technician in the Integrated Technology Division, retired from Western Technical College on October 31, 2017, after completing

19 years of loyal and dedicated service to the students, staff, and the District Board of the

Western Technical College District; and

Whereas, Tim was methodical about his work, doing so much behind the scenes and unbeknownst to his team; and

Whereas, he was able to maintain an inventory management system without a computer and still know precisely where everything was; and

Whereas, Tim was respected by his team and department and was not afraid to speak up about where we could all do better; and

Whereas, he did not expect praise and preferred not to be recognized; and

Whereas, his humorous banter, his kindness, and his willingness to lend a helping hand at a moments notice will be missed; therefore, be it

Resolved, that the Board of the Western Technical College District hereby expresses its appreciation and gives a special commendation to Tim Kendhammer for his years of

service and his commitment to excellence; and be it

Resolved, that the Western Technical College District Board, Administration, Faculty, Staff, and Students all wish Tim many happy and satisfying years in his retirement.

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Resolution of Commendation Mary Lieder-Harper

Whereas, Mary Lieder-Harper, Mechanical Design Instructor in the Integrated Technology Division, will retire from Western Technical College on December 31, 2017,

after completing 27 years of loyal and dedicated service to the students, staff, and the

District Board of the Western Technical College District; and

Whereas, Mary is truly committed to student success and treats her students much like her own kids, with a very caring demeanor; and

Whereas, she has a candid, tell-it-like-it-is personality that fits very well with the employers that she serves; and

Whereas, Mary is well-liked by everyone and is known as a collaborative co-worker who works to develop ideas that are best for the group; and

Whereas, she is the go-to person for AutoCAD training; and

Whereas, her laughter and overall fun, outgoing personality will be missed; therefore be it

Resolved, that the Board of the Western Technical College District hereby expresses its appreciation and gives a special commendation to Mary Lieder-Harper for her years of

service and her commitment to excellence; and be it

Resolved, that the Western Technical College District Board, Administration, Faculty, Staff, and Students all wish Mary many happy and satisfying years in her retirement.

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Resolution of Commendation Myra Withey

Whereas, Myra Withey, Mechanical Design Instructor in the Integrated Technology Division, will retire from Western Technical College on December 31, 2017, after

completing 27 years of loyal and dedicated service to the students, staff, and the District

Board of the Western Technical College District; and

Whereas, Myra is one you can call or email at any time of day and she will be quick to respond; and

Whereas, she is dedicated to her students and creates lasting friendships with them even after graduation; and

Whereas, Myra is quiet, but knows when to speak up for the betterment of her students; and

Whereas, she is a great role model for women in non-traditional occupations; and

Whereas, her knowledge, skill, contagious smile, and overall kind personality will be missed; therefore be it

Resolved, that the Board of the Western Technical College District hereby expresses its appreciation and gives a special commendation to Myra Withey for her years of service

and her commitment to excellence; and be it

Resolved, that the Western Technical College District Board, Administration, Faculty, Staff, and Students all wish Myra many happy and satisfying years in her retirement.

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Resolution of Commendation Duane Yachwak

Whereas, Duane Yachwak, Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technician Instructor in the Integrated Technology Division, will retire from Western Technical College on

December 31, 2017, after completing 24 years of loyal and dedicated service to the

students, staff, and the District Board of the Western Technical College District; and

Whereas, Duane is extremely dedicated and hardworking always willing to put in the necessary time to meet the learning goals of the day; and

Whereas, he is very passionate about student success. His students know that he cares for them and wants them to succeed in life and in their careers; and

Whereas, Duane has been a pillar for the Diesel and Heavy Equipment program much of how the program has persisted through the years, including the ability to purchase and

refurbish used equipment, would not have been possible without Duane; and

Whereas, he is a team player who shares responsibilities and often volunteers to be present for extra events; and

Whereas, his humor and dedication will be missed; therefore, be it

Resolved, that the Board of the Western Technical College District hereby expresses its appreciation and gives a special commendation to Duane Yachwak for his years of

service and his commitment to excellence; and be it

Resolved, that the Western Technical College District Board, Administration, Faculty, Staff, and Students all wish Duane many happy and satisfying years in his retirement.

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I S S U E P A P E R

Topic: Learning Commons Remodel

Issue: Essentially the same as when constructed in 1995, the current space is not conducive to providing innovative and institutionally aligned approaches for academic support. The new Learning Commons remodel, as part of the library remodel, will create a one-stop location for academic support. This will consolidate tutoring and library support into one location on campus as opposed to the four current locations. The vision of the project is to remove the stigma of receiving academic support by creating a warm and welcoming location where students can receive just-in-time support; faculty can voluntarily offer their office hours; integrate academic support structures within the course objectives and competencies, and provide academic coaching; and all Western Technical College stakeholders can be provided a location for quiet or semi-quiet work, contemplation, or gathering with colleagues and friends.

Combined, all three current tutoring areas provide approximately 130 hours of tutoring support and 66.5 hours of library services per week. Currently, staff do not keep track of the amount of visitors to the library in an easily accessible format. With the new login software in place for the Learning Commons, staff can provide visit data. The largest number of visits have been for mathematics support (44.5%), followed by health science support (32.1%), and communication skills support (22.5%).

Construction is currently scheduled to start May 2018 and will be completed by September 2018. The projected cost for remodel is $1,300,000.

Recommendation: Approve the Learning Commons Remodel as outlined and submit the same to the WTCS Board for approval at its January 23, 2018 meeting.

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Topic: Veterans Center Remodel

Issue: The current 767 SF location does not adequately address both the present and

future needs of the 1,000+ military connected students Western serves. A

renovated Veteran Military Center will provide a one-stop resource center and a

new 920 SF lounge for all military connected students. The new center model

will enable Western to offer programing and support services to assist veterans

in life after service and will greatly ease the transition as they step into

academic life.

Through years of gathering student feedback and research on how to design

the space to meet the needs of student veterans, this center will fulfill Westerns promise to be the model service-provider for veteran students in the region. The

separate but adjacent lounge and resource center will provide a safe gathering

place designed to accommodate the special needs of veteran students. The

lounge will offer the opportunity for comradery and interaction with fellow

veterans who share the same ethos and value system. Furthermore, the size of

the center can host employers and community service providers who can bring

those services directly to the students as well.

Since 2009, Western has served over 5,300 military connected students. With

over 7,000 veterans currently living in La Crosse county, the number of military

connected students in the future will continue to grow. Without the help from a

generous donor, who shares the same mission of supporting veterans and their

families, it would be difficult if not impossible to design a quality center that

meets the needs of the veteran students. Westerns dedicated staff, in the spirit

of service and dedication, honor the legacy of service the donor represents and

will assure continued quality programing and services to all military connected

students. Construction is currently scheduled to start May 2018 and will be

completed by December 2018.

The projected cost for the project includes $580,000 of new construction and

$160,000 of remodeling existing facilities. Donor funds will cover the full

$580,000 of new construction costs and $120,000 of the remodeling costs.

Thus, Westerns share will be $40,000 of remodeling costs.

Recommendation: Approve the Veterans Center Remodel as outlined and submit the same to the WTCS Board for approval at its January 23, 2018 meeting.

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