[node:field_meeting_type] | November 2006

SUMMARY

Issue for Decision (Consent Agenda)

Should the Regents appoint Carole F. Huxley as an Adjunct Member of the Regents Review Committee?

Reason(s) for Consideration

Required by State Statute �6510.

 
Proposed Handling

The question will come before the Higher Education and Professional Practice Committee at its December 2006 meeting where it will be voted on and action taken.  It will then come before the Full Board at its December 2006 meeting for final action. 

Procedural History

Pursuant to statute, the Regents Review Committee, when it sits to conduct professional discipline hearings, consists of three members, at least one of whom is a member of the New York State Board of Regents.  The balance of the Committee serving is obtained from the roster of those appointed by the Board of Regents as Adjunct Members of the Regents Review Committee.  Adjunct Members of the Regents Review Committee are appointed to serve for fixed terms.

Background Information

Carole F. Huxley served for many years with distinction as the Deputy Commissioner for Cultural Education. Her many years of experience with the Board of Regents and the State Education Department and her professional judgment would make her an invaluable member of the Regents Review Committee.

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Regents approve the appointment of Carole F. Huxley as an Adjunct Member of the Regents Review Committee.

Timetable for Implementation

Term of service:  December 6, 2006 � December 31, 2007.