Eastern Oregon University

Tech-Fee Committee Meeting

February 1, 2007

Members Present:  Anna Cavinato, Janet Hume-Schwarz, Carolyn Bloyed, Linda Fratzke, Steffany Long, Brian Sather, Frederick Pratter

Resource Members Present:  Michael Sirrine, Anna Maria Dill, Helen Moore

Minutes approved as submitted.

Discussed the Business Testing Lab proposal.  Dean Jaeger agrees with the concept of the lab and is committed to helping find a location for it.  Zabel Hall 204A is still being considered, but so are other options.  Business/Ed will pay for the wiring wherever the lab is located.  A concern regarding replacement of the equipment was discussed – who would pay for it.  The committee agreed that equipment replacement issues for this lab would be handled the same as for the other general purpose labs.  Janet distributed a document from Business faculty members supporting the project and describing some ways they would use the lab.  It was agreed that once a location is found we will go forward with outfitting the lab with the goal of it being completed by the beginning of Fall Term 2007.   The cost of the lab will be split between this and next fiscal year.  The exact amount coming out of this year’s budget will depend on the funds still available by June 2007.

Michael noted the need for a more professional and comprehensive application form/process for Tech Fee proposals.  He argued that many of the dilemmas the committee faces as they evaluate proposals could be alleviated by requiring more details regarding the proposals as part of the application process.  Paul and Michael will work together to revamp the application process. 

Helen informed the committee that Rob Kreps has started installing the equipment from last year’s McKenzie Theater proposal, but unfortunately, the surplus Tech Fee amp that was going to be used in that project has since been placed elsewhere.   Helen will forward a copy of the proposal to the committee and this issue will be revisited at the next meeting.

Committee asked about the “utilization of Tech Fee equipment” report.  Helen said that there is no report currently available, but there is a nearly complete inventory report available.  Hopefully the inventory report can be used to start the process of compiling information on how Tech Fee equipment is being used.  Helen will send a copy of the current inventory report to the committee before the next meeting.

Proposals were discussed and approved / not approved to recommend funding as shown below:

• Peter Wordelman, “Video Teaching Classroom Loso 123”.   Committee did not approve funding for this request.  Concerns were raised regarding actual number of students who would use the facility when compared with the large dollar amount requested.  Professor Wordelman is encouraged to work with Michael Sirrine and the Office of Grants and Sponsored Research to obtain outside funding.
• Gaby Ochoa, “Multicultural Student Center”.   Ammended to reflect the use of refurbished Tech Fee computers instead of new ones.  Approved as amended - $808.00
• Brian Sather, “Human Performance Analysis System”.    Approved as submitted - $7,680.00.
• Kevin Roy, “Camcorders for Media Loan Library” and Kerry Loewen, “Loan Library Digital Still Camera Additions”.    Committee would like more information regarding the student labor portion of Kerry Loewen’s proposal and how it will affect both proposals.  Linda will contact Kerry about this issue.
• Les Balsiger, “EOU Region Center”.    Les is sending a revised proposal to the committee.  Concerns were raised regarding space issues for the requested equipment.  The concerns will be discussed further at the next meeting.

Next meeting scheduled for 7:00am Thursday, February 8, 2007 in Lib 114.

Brief Budget Summary 2/1/07

*Does not include amount for Business Testing Lab