In Attendance: Claire W. Putala, Chair; Bill Goffe, Jerry DeSantis, Michael Moran, Andy Nelson, Gurdeep Skolnik, and Matt Spindler.

Several issues were raised during the meeting regarding future avenues for CEAC as well as these avenues relative to the past and present.

I. In response to the Chair's sharing the idea of a unity of materials and concepts such as benches and signage across campus and a unified pedestrian spine, Jerry stated that monies had been allocated for a continuation of a comprehensive signage system that would address the ADAct relative to accessibility and safety, including Braille signage. Matt suggested that kiosks strategically placed could be a benefit for overall pedestrian safety. Jerry noted that the campus identity was being furthered by the use of consistent logos and signage.

II. Jerry raised the issue of campus energy use, recycling, use of hazardous materials as areas of concern and noted that in the early 1990s, CEAC had been instrumental in developing conceptual ideas for the campus, with recycling as one example. It was noted that some of the steam had gone out of environmental issues but more attention could be given to recycling.

III. The demise of the fountain was noted with a question asked about alumni thinking in this matter. It would appear there was no obligation to replace it. Talk turned to the idea of an aerating fountain in Glimmerglass suggested last time. It would appear that it would not be difficult to do.

IV. Updates by Jerry:

            1. Science initiative: Jerry noted that phase I of the project had been funded and was now in the information gathering stage relative to needs, possible program changes, energy issues, etc. He said also that the areas surrounding Piez and Snygg needed attention. Asked if this could be a CEAC matter, he said yes, and next semester would be a good time for a meeting with CEAC about this area. Next semester, too, would be the time when concepts for the pedestrian spine would be laid out.

            2. Relative to science program changes, discussion was held regarding pros and cons of science classes with virtual labs, as just one issue of concern.

            3. Some monies for plantings related to the new parking lot had been allocated with some to go to neighboring houses. Mary would be working on this. Claire noted that the parking lots would merge visually for those coming into the main entrance.

V. Walkway Talk:

            1. Matt asked about a possible walkway from the campus to Rice Creek; difficulties were noted by Andy and Jerry: private ownership of area property, frontage issues, etc.

            2. Andy shared ideas regarding the possible walkway along the outlet and beside Tyler and Mahar, a tour he had led the previous meeting. Responding to a question regarding its materials, he said it would need a surface, not just flags marking its existence but could be designed well.

            3. Matt asked about the constructed wet land (It was not a choice) and Bill said a walkway continuing to the lake would be an asset. Jerry said that it could be a place suitable for alumni development: trees and benches, for example, used for donor dedications (Claire will look into this). The idea of a Memorial Parkway was also raised as a possibility. The timetable for the new graduate housing was briefly discussed.

VI. The meeting ended with a discussion of a new phenomenon in Glimmerglass, spawning salmon. It appears that the area was also visited by fox, rabbits, deer, beavers (which have to be periodically removed), loons, and heron. Climate changing causes and effects were discussed.

Respectfully submitted,
Claire W. Putala
December 11, 2006