The Joint Subcommittee on Higher Education/Capital Improvements of the Senate Committee on Finance and the Assembly Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by Chairman William J. Raggio, at 9:00 a.m., on Friday, May 7, 1999, in Room 2134 of the Legislative Building, Carson City, Nevada. Exhibit A is the Agenda. Exhibit B is the Attendance Roster. All exhibits are available and on file at the Research Library of the Legislative Counsel Bureau.

SENATE COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT:

Senator William J. Raggio, Chairman

Senator Raymond D. Rawson

Senator Bob Coffin

Senator Bernice Mathews

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT:

Mr. Morse Arberry Jr., Chairman

Mr. Joseph (Joe) E. Dini, Jr.

Mr. Richard (Rick) D. Perkins

Mr. David R. Parks

Mrs. Barbara K. Cegavske

STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:

Judy Jacobs, Committee Secretary

OTHERS PRESENT:

James Richardson, Ph.D., Lobbyist, Nevada Faculty Alliance

Senator Raggio stated a report on equity funding that had been prepared at the request of the University and Community College System of Nevada (UCCSN) has been recently issued and has been very helpful to the Legislature, the Board of Regents, and administrators of the system. He invited Dr. Richard S. Jarvis, Chancellor, University and Community College System of Nevada, to comment.

Dr. Jarvis distributed a 7-page handout (Exhibit C) which he described as a summary of the findings and conclusions of the Board of Regents meeting held 2 days earlier. He said it includes requests to revise budget enrollments and to attempt to meet critical growth and equity needs identified by the board.

Dr. Jarvis said the first page of the handout depicts the "Proposed Reallocation of Budgeted Enrollments, FY00-01." He indicted approval is being sought by the Legislature in order to revise the budget and accomplish the growth mission. He offered to present supporting detail for each campus. He said the budgeted enrollment for the current fiscal year (FY) is 42,263, but 44,589 students have actually been enrolled. He said the proposal is to bring each campus up to this year’s actual enrollment, meaning there will be no unfunded students anywhere within the system. He proposed growth in the next 2 fiscal years as depicted in the 3^rd and 4^th columns of the handout. He observed that will be an annualized increase of 3.6 percent over this year’s enrollments for the entire system.

Dr. Jarvis indicated the highest growth will occur at the Community College of Southern Nevada (CCSN), the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), and the Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC). Senator Raggio noted no growth in enrollment is reflected on the sheet for the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR), for the next year. He asked who approved the enrollment adjustments. Dr. Jarvis replied the Board of Regents submitted the figures.

Dr. Jarvis turned to the second page where costs for the reallocation are set forth. He said the first column depicts the amount required to meet the proposed enrollments. He explained the cost in the first column would be over and above the Governor’s recommendation. As an example, he said, it would require an additional $4.5 million each year going to UNLV, but there would be a reduction of $461,537 going to UNR in the first year.

Senator Raggio asked how the figures were reached. Dr. Jarvis replied they were computed based upon the enrollment outlined on the previous page and calculated through the instructional formulas. He said the biennial total being requested by the board would be $50,443,958 over and above the Governor’s budget.

Senator Raggio wanted to know whether Dr. Jarvis had a proposal on sources of funding to address the increase in enrollment. Dr. Jarvis turned to page 4 of Exhibit C and responded that after the release of the Economic Forum figures the Governor proposed an additional General Fund appropriation of $4 million each year. He said an addition of $2,770,508 would be added from the Estate Tax, and the board is seeking an addition of $951,471 from the General Fund.

Dr. Tom Anderes, Vice Chancellor, Finance and Administration, University and Community College System of Nevada, noted that amounts to an annual total of $7,721,979. He pointed out $5,900,000 would be derived from state funds, and the remaining amount would come from Estate Tax revenue.

Dr. Jarvis said recommendations from MGT of America (MGT), the management-consulting firm hired to make the equity study of funding differences between the UCCSN campuses, were accepted by the Board of Regents. He explained the MGT study recommends $7,601,100 annualized to UNLV, $15,224,700 to CCSN, and so on as set out on page 2 of the handout, making an annual total of $23,996,100. He acknowledged it will be impossible to reach that goal in one biennium.

Dr. Jarvis said the proposal is to handle equity funding reallocation out of the Estate Tax. He said the board aims to reach $8,339,492, or 35 percent, of the annual equity figure as summarized on page 4. Turning back to page 3, he explained the Estate Tax is depicted as allocated in the current biennium along with the regents’ request for FY 2000-01 and the Governor’s recommendation for $55.12 million. He said the board recommends withdrawing $5.4 million on the first line of the figures on page 3 from Technology/Data Warehousing, and moving the technology items to bonding or one-shot funds.

Dr. Jarvis continued, saying the board also recommends reducing growth in research by $2 million, as set forth on lines 3 and 4, eliminating any increase in funding for the System Administration by $350,000, eliminating program support functions by $2.21 million, moving Equipment/Technology Needs to bonding or one-shot solutions by $7.98 million, and increasing part-time faculty adjustments for the community college by $600,000. He said that will result in a savings of $22.22 million on a total expenditure base that has reached $60 million.

Dr. Jarvis suggested if Estate Tax funding is increased from the level proposed by the Governor at $55.12 million to $60 million, UCCSN will be able to apply $22.22  million to growth according to the equity issue.

Senator Raggio asked how much is presently in the Estate Tax fund. Dr. Anderes replied the balance of the fund should be approximately $98 million by the end of the fiscal year. Senator Raggio commented invading the fund by $60 million will leave the lowest balance since its inception. He voiced belief the fund balance was supposed to be sufficient to generate $2.5 million in investment income annually. He asked how the regent’s proposal will affect that goal. Dr. Anderes acknowledged it would be necessary to have a balance of $40 million in order to generate $2.5 million.

Dr. Anderes stated the university is proposing expending $60 million during one biennium, and using $52 million in the following biennium from the Estate Fund balance. Senator Raggio suggested that will create problems for both the system and the Legislature. He said many of the items included in the Governor’s budget using Estate Tax funding are a continuation of an agreement regarding enhancements reached last session. He noted the enhancements were added at the request of the university system, but as such they did not go into the base budget of UCCSN. He said if Estate Tax funding is used for the proposal for equity funding, the state would be committed in the future to use those funds in the base budget. He asked whether that is the intent of UCCSN.

Dr. Jarvis responded the regents were attempting to start the equity funding during the coming biennium in a way that can be adjusted at the next legislative session. He recognized there would have to be a cut from $60 million to $52 million in the next biennium. Senator Raggio wondered whether the university system recognizes that the funds may not be available in the next biennium. He said that it is conceivable that either Estate Tax funds would have to be tapped again, although there may not even be sufficient Estate Tax funds.

Senator Raggio remarked there are basic questions about the study and the so-called $24 million equity adjustment situation. He acknowledged the study clarified many funding issues, especially in the instructional formulas which appear to be equitable. But, he said, if one accepts the $24 million equity situation described in the funding study in which the comparisons were made using both intrasystem data and a composite of peer institutions, there is a question of whether it is justified. He noted Nevada has led the nation in increases in state appropriations to higher education for the last 4 years. He said the budget in 1997 was 29.1 percent greater than in the previous biennium, the Legislature has appropriated funds to UCCSN that are 132.9 percent of the national average for each student, and Nevada ranks 7^th in the country in student appropriations. Senator Raggio pointed out the original budget proposed by the Governor included $90.4 million more than the previous session, notwithstanding the proposal on the table. He said another $150 million was provided last session for capital improvements, and in 1995 the Legislature appropriated $86 million for capital improvements.

Continuing, he claimed the problem with the chart contained in the funding study is that the comparison is measured against the total budget, which distorts the picture. He asserted the $24 million becomes a distortion because the total budget includes both the instructional and the support formula expenditures, whereas the funding equity variances mentioned are in the support formula functions of the budget.

Senator Raggio declared the variances were not created by the Legislature, they were created by the individual institutions. He reiterated the study does not depict realistically or accurately that there is a $24 million variance which needs to be adjusted immediately. He pointed out he was not suggesting a veto of the report, but he suggested the point must be made in order to keep sight of what needs to be done. He expressed gratitude to the regents for collecting the information and noted it is now time for the Legislature to make some informed decisions.

Dr. Jarvis stated, "I’d like to acknowledge, on behalf of the system, the extraordinary advances that we have made in the last couple of biennia, where we have, indeed, led the country. I think that’s been a source of great pride and accomplishment for all of us, and [we feel] great gratitude towards you all."

Dr. Jarvis suggested that while looking at the differences the board has attempted to make a start in correcting them. He said the proposal should address about one-third of the differences.

Senator Raggio asked whether the Board of Regents has looked internally for solutions to the funding problem, such as generating revenue through tuition and registration fees. Dr. Jarvis said the board regularly considers tuition and registration fees and has attempted to maintain low student fees to make education affordable for more students. He said surveys of high school students indicate approximately 60 to 70 percent want to go to college, which is average throughout the mountain states. He maintained many students do not go on to college because of the high cost, so the board attempts to keep costs low. He admitted the millenium scholarship fund will be helpful.

Senator Raggio pointed out the millenium scholarships will not begin until funds come in from the tobacco lawsuit settlement. In the meantime, he said, other sources of funds must be found. He noted Nevada registration fees and non-resident tuition fees are among the lowest in the western states. He indicated undergraduate fees in Nevada are $69 a credit, whereas the fees are slightly more in Idaho and $119 a credit in Oregon. He suggested it may not be the costs that are keeping students from pursuing higher education, and a slight raise would probably not be a deterrent. Dr. Jarvis responded the board has not wanted to revisit tuition and registration fees, but it has considered additional support for technology or equipment fees.

Dr. Jarvis said the proposal on page 4 of the handout is based on the potential reallocation of $22.22 million and from an assumption of an Estate Tax expenditure-level of $60 million. He explained the Governor’s proposal for $8 million in new revenue is applied to growth at an annualized rate of $4 million each year. The Estate Tax is split between an additional $2,770,508 support for growth and an $8,339,492 contribution to address the equity issue. He noted the subtotal from the Governor’s proposal and the Estate Tax shows an annual total of $6,770,508. Dr. Jarvis said, "That would represent 88 percent of the growth objective that we laid out at the beginning of this presentation." He said the $8,339,492 in the next column depicts 35 percent of the equity total addressed to make a start on the issue.

Turning to page 5, Dr. Jarvis admitted the funds recommended by the Governor are just a proposal. He said another $951,471 from the General Fund, as specified under request #2, is needed to complete the growth in enrollment requested. He said the figures in #3 represent the increase in funding needed to reach 50 percent of the equity recommendations. Senator Raggio interjected the limited amount of funds reflected in the recent Economic Forum projections and other priority items probably preclude request #3 from an optimistic resolution.

Dr. Jarvis stated that support for the new modular Services Building at UNLV, item #4, was not included in our request. He said it will be on-line in the next biennium, and it will require $506,525 each year of the biennium.

Dr. Jarvis drew attention to items listed on the bottom of the page that were removed from the Estate Tax and thus will require either bonding or one-shot funding. He explained they include $9 million for equipment and technology for all campuses, $3 million for a new information system for student records, and $2 million for vacancy savings to resolve a problem generated by new methodology. Senator Raggio noted the budget proposes a change in the methodology for vacancy savings, and if the present method is retained it should free approximately $3.1 million. He suggested the committee give consideration to retaining the present methodology.

Dr. Jarvis said page 6 summarizes the proposals by campus. He stated the biennial cost for enrollment would be $15,443,958 if it were possible to distribute full funding as shown. He said it would cost $16,678,984 to accomplish the equity proposal, which is approximately 35 percent of the MGT recommendations. He reiterated his explanation that the sources would be $22 million from Estate Tax, $8 million as recommended by the Governor, and $1.9 million additional from the General Fund.

Senator Raggio asked whether the programs listed at the bottom of page 5 would be deleted from those presently funded by Estate Tax. Dr. Jarvis replied that is correct.

Senator Raggio asked how much the reduction for EPSCoR (Experimental Program for the Stimulation of Competitive Research) would be. Dr. Jarvis said the proposal is to reduce the expenditure by $1 million. Senator Raggio noted the applied research initiative would also be reduced. He pointed out there is a likelihood no funding will be available for the items being removed under the reallocation.

Senator Raggio stated the bonding proposal is not possible because, due to the shortfall, the capital improvement budgets for the state this year are all being done through bonding, and the state will not go beyond a 15-cent rate for bonds. He pointed out the Legislature is being asked to use bonds for maintenance projects to balance the budget, which he acknowledged is not good fiscal policy. He voiced concern UCCSN representatives might return to IFC in a few months requesting funds for equipment. Dr. Jarvis responded, "If we are unable to get any success there, we’ll hope for anything we can find among the one-shot dollars. If that doesn’t work out, I think we’ll revisit, with our campuses, what we might do by way of a technology fee, or surcharge." He noted the surcharge has not been considered or approved by the board. He acknowledged the proposal might have to be revised if no other course is available.

Senator Raggio stated there is a great deal to be considered, and there remain questions as to how much funding is needed for the adjustment to the equity situation. He asserted the committee needs to know how the funds for equity will be used, and how funds for growth will be used. Dr. Anderes responded UCCSN has just defined what the allocation for equity will be, and the four institutions that will benefit from those funds have been asked to identify exactly how the funds will be used by program, function, and number of FTEs (full-time equivalents).

Senator Raggio reiterated the committee will not want to deal in generalities and will want to know exactly how the funds will be used before approving any appropriations. He suggested some of the equity problems have arisen because there was a lack of specificity regarding use of funds. Dr. Anderes responded the MGT study identified areas that were deficient or stable, providing a standard to use in deliberations regarding funding equity.

Senator Raggio asked when the system would be able to provide some specificity on the questions being asked. Dr. Anderes answered the information should be available by the next Tuesday.

Assemblyman Arberry asked where to find the $3.8 million for enrollments being proposed by the Governor as budget amendment #111. Dr. Jarvis replied it is not included in his handout, Exhibit C. He said the Board of Regents recommended that amount be committed to the UNLV base budget. He indicated the $3.8 million was applied as the closing number for all of the "Omissions and Inconsistencies." Mr. Arberry stated it would be helpful if the $3.8 million were added within the proposal from UCCSN to enable legislators to track the funds.

Senator Coffin asked for an explanation of the $461,537 reduction to UNR depicted on page 2 of the handout and whether the reduction was related to a failure to meet a certain enrollment. Dr. Jarvis responded the reduction is a result of enrollment projections which will reduce the enrollment from the current budgeted enrollment to the number that actually enrolled. He pointed out the enrollments for every school have been reset according to the actual enrollment this year, as noted on page 1, to ensure there will be no unfunded students within the UCCSN.

Senator Coffin declared he had taken a pledge not to reduce any funding on any campus, and he did not believe UNR should be penalized for not meeting actual enrollments. He also expressed concern that no operating and maintenance (O and  M) funds were included for an additional 80,000 square feet of space being added to UNLV. He said he has other comments regarding funding, but he felt those two items should be considered first.

Dr. Jarvis responded, "The reduction in budgeted enrollment at UNR had nothing to do with the equity study." Senator Coffin interjected, "It’s how you’re getting to equity though, isn’t it?" Dr. Jarvis replied, "No. It depended entirely on the enrollment question. It had nothing to do with the equity study whatsoever, and we’d still have to reset our enrollments for the year."

Mr. Arberry asked whether a 2.5 percent merit increase is built into the budget, and whether it might be appropriate to reduce that to 1.5 percent. Dr. Jarvis answered the 2.5 percent increase is in the budget and he would be "immensely distressed" if the rate were reduced. He said the merit raises are included in the base budget as a long-term commitment. He declared, "I’d like to oppose a reduction to the rate in any possible way I could."

Mr. Arberry responded it is very difficult to determine what the priorities are, and the Legislature is faced with a dilemma because it cannot give state employees a raise. He suggested the $8 million proposed by the Governor could be spread across the board.

Senator Raggio asked how budget amendment #111 proposed by the Administration developed since the university characterized it as an omission to the biennial budget. He recalled that in March 1998 the Interim Finance Committee (IFC) addressed the enrollment issue at the request of the university system and authorized use of approximately $6.2 million in excess revenue from additional non-resident, tuition and registration fees that were received over the biennium. Ginny Wiswell, Program Analyst, Fiscal Analysis Division, Legislative Counsel Bureau, commented actual collections were slightly less.

Senator Raggio asked what happened to the $2.7 million excess revenue each year and whether the funds went into the base budget. Dr. Jarvis responded the request was to build it into the base budget, but was removed since and it was considered a one-time issue.

According to budget amendment #111, Senator Raggio remembered, $2.7 million each year was recognized as an omission. He wondered whether it was because the library at UNLV was not included in the base budget. Ms. Wiswell indicated the $2.7 million was only related to enrollment. According to Dr. Anderes the original omissions list had a request for $7.6 million that related to IFC enrollment adjustments, and another portion related to the O and M expenses for new space.

Senator Raggio recapped the situation, saying that Budget Amendment #111 includes $2.7 million a year for the enrollment adjustment, and a $1.8 million correction on the new space calculation for the biennium. The net effect of the amendment is a $3.7 million increase in funding over the biennium. He surmised the changes related to the library and the new parking garage that were stated incorrectly in the budget. Dr. Anderes confirmed the summation.

Senator Raggio asked for clarification on how the figure $5.5 million biennial enrollment adjustment was reached. Dr. Anderes responded the focus of discussions regarding adding back $5.5 million was the enrollment issue. Senator Raggio reiterated the "so-called omission issue" needs clarification.

Senator Raggio asked when the modular student services building will be utilized. Dr. Anderes believed it was scheduled for use on July 1, 1999. Senator Raggio asked what the requirements are for the operation and maintenance of the building. Ms. Wiswell replied it will cost approximately $1 million over the biennium based upon the size of the modular office building at 80,000 square feet.

Dr. Anderes asked whether the committee wanted a report on what would be included in the equity adjustments. Senator Raggio reiterated the committee needs specificity. Dr. Carol C. Harter, President, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, University and Community College System of Nevada, responded she has a list of approximately 100 support service positions that are needed.

Senator Raggio interjected the committee needs specificity regarding the enrollment growth funds and the equity funds. Regarding the equity funds, Dr. Harter said the support service positions needed are 6 new police officers, 2 people to care for students and faculty with disabilities, 27 new positions for the new library, 15 positions in academic computing for infrastructure, 13 positions in administrative computing, counselors for students, and a range of support staff.

Senator Raggio stated that type of information is necessary to understand use of the equity adjustment funds although the committee has no desire to micromanage the budget. He suggested all the information be presented to the legislative staff through Dr. Anderes, especially on funds for equity and whether the funds will be used for faculty or other expenses. He noted there has been "ingenious" use of funds for various programs in the past, and the committee wants to ensure funds earmarked are used for the proper purpose.

Dr. Richard Moore, President, Community College of Southern Nevada, University and Community College System of Nevada, stated he would provide the information and "we will follow it to the letter, sir, and show you where every penny goes to growth, and exactly where the money will go on the equity." He noted the funds will be used for utilities, security forces, financial aid, and other details which he offered to enumerate.

Senator Raggio remarked, "I’m not saying you have to be to the penny. I think we need to have some more specificity than just saying here’s $9 million."

Senator Raggio invited members of the Board of Regents in attendance to stand. Those present were Dorothy S. Gallagher, Elko, Tom Kirkpatrick, Las Vegas; and Mark Alden, Las Vegas, Board of Regents.

Mr. Alden said that 3 years ago the board adopted a policy of graduated increases in tuition and registration fees and he acknowledged the policy may have to be slightly changed. He said the board is cognizant of the issue as well as policy regarding equipment needs. Senator Raggio pointed out the committee did not intend to issue a directive regarding increases in tuition and registration fees, it only questioned whether other internal solutions have been considered.

Mr. Alden praised the university system and pointed out the system is undertaking joint ventures in order to cut costs, such as the proposed cancer research and cardiovascular research to be developed jointly by UNR, UNLV, and the medical school. He reported the Board of Regents held an all-day session on May 5 to review and finalize the budget for the biennium. He said the board unanimously approved the recommendations of the chancellor and the seven UCCSN presidents.

Mr. Alden expressed gratitude to the elected officials who have been supportive of UCCSN and declared it has been an honor to serve the state.

Ms. Gallagher reminded the joint subcommittee she has been chairman of the committee that oversees the Estate Tax ever since it was allocated to the university system. She declared:

Ms. Gallagher stated her desire that both the Legislature and the board address the inequities uncovered through the study. She indicated that nobody should surmise the Estate Tax funds will be used in the same way in the next biennium. She cautioned that enrollments will have to be reduced if no resolution is found. She acknowledged it is very difficult to "resolve the tremendous growth we have."

Senator Raggio pointed out that if the Estate Tax funding is not used for enhancements and it is channeled into the equity issue, the only alternative will be to use General Fund money. He reiterated the General Fund has many other needs, and if the Estate Tax funds are used in the base and the state has similar financial problems there will be no source for the funds. He asked, "Where do we take if from? Mental Health? K through 12? Prisons?" He averred the committee would prefer to construct new buildings at colleges and universities rather than at prisons.

Ms. Gallagher rejoined that the problem is how to address growth. She noted everyone objects to any attempt to cap enrollment, but it is unthinkable to provide poor-quality programs. Senator Raggio noted the Legislature is faced with the same dilemmas, such as the necessity to cap welfare or programs with long waiting lists.

James Richardson, Ph.D., Lobbyist, Nevada Faculty Alliance, pointed out UCCSN’s professional employees have no cost of living adjustments (COLAs), whereas the Reno newspapers have reported that elementary and secondary teachers may receive a 2.7 percent COLA raise. He urged the Legislature to keep the merit raise in the budget. Senator Raggio interjected that at this time neither house of the Legislature can realistically consider COLAs for teachers or state employees. He conceded the school districts have the ability to negotiate, but there is no cost of living factor being suggested at this time in the Distributive School Account.

Speaking on behalf of the Nevada Faculty Alliance chapters throughout the system, Dr. Richardson voiced support for the proposal put forth by the Board of Regents.

Dr. Anderes commented a request was made which should have no additional cost relating to the UNLV Law School budget. He stated the school wants to add 6 FTE employees to provide services for legal and research writing skills. He explained the request would utilize existing support staff. Senator Raggio asked how positions could be added at no additional cost. Dr. Anderes said the funding would be moved from other positions and reallocated to the new two or three positions added each year. Senator Raggio expressed concern the university would come back in 2 years, assert the Legislature authorized the positions, and request additional funding. Dr. Anderes promised he would not, and declared he was acting as spokesman at this time.

Senator Raggio wondered whether the student fees budgeted for UNR are still attainable although the actual enrollment was not as high as anticipated. Dr. Anderes responded that was correct. Senator Raggio commented the fees should still be attainable if the enrollment comes in higher. He reiterated revenues, including student registration fees, nonresident tuition, miscellaneous fees, operating costs, and capital investment, need to be reviewed with the legislative staff as soon as possible. He noted student registration fees do not entirely account for the regent-approved credit rate increases or student growth. He observed miscellaneous student fees presently account for less than 1 percent of the increased number of students enrolled.

Dr. Anderes agreed UCCSN will have to revise projections, and in some cases the revenues are too high because they are related to an enrollment figure that will not be realized.

UCCSN System Administration – Budget Page UCCSN-1 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2986

UCCSN University Press – Budget Page UCCSN-8 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2996

Science Engineering and Technology – Budget Page UCCSN-10 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-1531

System Computing Center – Budget Page UCCSN-12 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2991

National Direct Student Loan Program – Budget Page-15 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2993

Intercollegiate Athletics-UNR – Budget Page UCCSN-21 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2983

Statewide Programs-UNR – Budget Page UCCSN-22 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2985

School of Medical Sciences – Budget Page UCCSN-24 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2982

UCCSN Health Laboratory and Research – Budget Page UCCSN-27 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-3221

Agriculture Experiment Station – Budget Page UCCSN-30 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2989

Cooperative Extension Service – Budget Page UCCSN-32 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2990

Business Center North – Budget Page UCCSN-34 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-3003

Radiation Safety Board-Northern Nevada – Budget Page UCCSN-36 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2997

Intercollegiate Athletics-UNLV – Budget Page UCCSN-42 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2988

Statewide Programs-UNLV - Budget Page UCCSN-45 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-3001

UNLV Law School – Budget Page UCCSN-47 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2992

Business Center South – Budget Page UCCSN-50 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-3004

Radiation Safety Board-Southern Nevada – Budget Page UCCSN-52 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-2998

Desert Research Institute – Budget Page UCCSN-54 (Volume 1)

Budget Account 101-3010

Senator Raggio read the list of budgets shown in the "Recommendation for Budget Closings" (Exhibit D) and suggested they all be closed, with the exception of Budget Account 101-2986, UCCSN System Administration, as recommended by the Governor with technical adjustments for inflationary costs, the occupational salary increases, retaining the present formula for vacancy savings, letters of appointment, new space, and grant-related expenditures. Ms. Wiswell agreed it would be better to wait until the adjustments proposed in amendment #111 are resolved.

In the absence of further business, Senator Raggio adjourned the hearing at 10:30 a.m.

RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:

Judy Jacobs,

Committee Secretary

APPROVED BY:

Senator William J. Raggio, Chairman

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APPROVED BY:

Morse Arberry Jr., Chairman

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