Christopher Newport University
Board of Visitors Executive Committee Meeting
April 8, 2004

The Executive Committee of the Board of Visitors of Christopher Newport University met on Thursday, April 8, 2004 at Christopher Newport University in the Brauer Room in the Administration Building, with Rector Dr. H. W. Trieshmann presiding.

Rector Trieshmann welcomed those present with a delightful poem.

President Trible mentioned that since the General Assembly had not passed a budget, the full Board meeting had been postponed until May with the hope that a budget will be in place at that time. 

President Trible reported that an outstanding class of students has been accepted for next year. He also reported that the faculty and provost have been working hard on reshaping the curriculum and this proposal has been endorsed at every level. President Trible asked Ms. Ford to give an update on the situation in Richmond and the budget impasse. 

Following Ms. Ford's report, Provost Summerville reviewed RESOLUTION 1: Plan of Compensation. Provost Summerville explained that the Governor annually issues a consolidated salary authorization which delineates the elements that boards should address in setting salaries of employees, including faculty and this resolution complies with that and establishes the ranges of salaries. Following discussion, Rector Trieshmann asked for a motion to approved RESOLUTION 1: Plan of Compensation. Ms. Budlong, provided the motion, seconded by Mr. Thomas and approved by unanimous vote of the Executive Committee. 

Rector Trieshmann reminded the Board that Senator George Allen would be the commencement speaker this year and asked for approval from the Board to grant him an honorary degree. President Trible stated that Senator Allen has been an effective and able Governor and United States Senator and embodies the qualities of the mind and heart that CNU wants to impart to its students. Mr. Thomas moved that Senator Allen be awarded an honorary degree, seconded by Mr. Joseph and passed by unanimous vote of the Executive Committee. 

At 8:35 a.m. Rector Trieshmann called for a motion to enter closed session under Freedom of Information Act 2.2-3711(a)(1) Personnel; (a)(3) Real Estate; (a)(7) litigation; (a)(8) gifts, bequests and fundraising. Ms. Budlong provided the motion, seconded by Ms. Ford and passed by unanimous vote of the Executive Committee.  

The Board returned to open session at 9:35 a.m. and the Rector asked for a roll call certifying that only public matters identified in the public motion by which the executive or closed meeting was called were discussed. Board members Mr. Thomas, Mr. Joseph, Mr. Holloman, Ms. Budlong, Ms. Ford, Mr. Wilson and Rector Trieshmann certified to the above. 

Rector Trieshmann called for a motion to approve the following resolutions:  
Resolution 2: Promotions of Instructional Faculty
Resolution 3: Instructional Faculty Tenured Appointments
Resolution 4: Award of Emeritus Status
Resolution 5: Leave of Absence for Instructional Faculty

Mr. Thomas provided the motion, seconded by Ms. Budlong and passed by unanimous vote of the Executive Committee.

Rector Trieshmann called for a motion to reject the contract to purchase the Relax Inn. Mr. Joseph provided the motion, Mr. Thomas seconded the motion and passed by unanimous vote of the Executive Committee. 

Rector Trieshmann called for a motion to grant President Trible a 3-month sabbatical following commencement in accordance with his contract. Ms. Ford provided the motion, seconded by Mr. Joseph and passed by unanimous vote of the Executive Committee. 

Rector Trieshmann called for a motion to appoint Provost Richard Summerville as acting President, during President Trible's sabbatical. Mr. Joseph provided the motion, seconded by Ms. Ford and passed by unanimous vote of the Executive Committee.  

Rector Trieshmann called for a motion to amend President Trible's contract to provide for an executive physical on a periodic basis at the request of the President and with the approval of the Rector. Ms. Budlong provided the motion, seconded by Mr. Thomas and passed by unanimous vote of the Executive Committee. 

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.  
   

Deborah L. Budlong, Secretary
Beverley Mueller
Administrative Assistant To the Board
   Dr. H.W. Trieshmann, Jr.