University of Kentucky Student Government Senate
Wednesday, November 11th, 2015, 7:00 PM
William T. Young Library, Multipurpose Room
I.
Call to Order
II.
Roll Call
III.
Oath of Office
IV.
Approval of Minutes
V.
Committee Reports
a. Academic and Student Affairs – Chair Noel Ekman
b. Appropriations and Revenue – Chair Sydney Barnett
c. Operations and Evaluations – Chair Hannah Botts
VI.
Orders of the Day:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
S. 32-2016 Kentucky Law Journal (SSP) – Sen. Torres
S. 33-2016 ACM (SSP) – Sen. Stekardis
S. 34-2016 Media Depot Club (SSP) – Sen. Shelton
S. 35-2016 Student Fees Allocation Committee (Anne Dickson) – Sen. Botts
S. 36-2016 Student Fees Allocation Committee (Clayton Abernathy) – Sen. Ekman
S. 37-2016 Student Fees Allocation Committee (Kelci Nicole Webb) – Sen. Ball
S. 38-2016 Student Fees Allocation Committee (Olivia Sentor) – Sen. Montgomery
S. 39-2016 Media Depot Club (SSP) – Sen. Shelton
S. 40-2016 SGA Constitution – Sen. Botts
S. 41-2016 Elections Act – Sen. Botts
VII.
Presidential Privilege
VIII.
Announcements and Senators Privilege
IX.
Members Privilege
X.
Roll Call
XI.
Adjournment
All meetings are open to the public.
For questions or concerns please contact:
Ben Childress
Senate President
859-559-9611
[email protected]
An Act Relating To: Kentucky Law Journal
Sponsors:
Introduced:
S. 32-2016
Senator Torres
11/11/15
BE IT ENACTED THAT THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Provide funds for a Senate Special Project to assist the
Kentucky Law Journal at the total of $2,500.
(See the following page for more details)
Name of Org: Kentucky Law Journal
Members in Org: 67
Contact: Mark Roth
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 5025931837
Purpose of Org: The Kentucky Law Journal is committed to serving the legal and academic
community as a forum for the publication of original scholarship and as an arena for vigorous
debate about the law. The Journal also strives to function as an integral element in the process of
education at the University of Kentucky College of Law. In service to the students at the College of
Law, the Journal provides training in legal research, writing, and editing. The Journal aspires to
afford students an opportunity for collaboration and, by publishing student works, the Journal
functions as a forum for student ideas and activism.
Type of Grant: Senate Special Project Grant
Sponsoring Senator: Gabby Torres
Event/Project: Election Law Symposium
Location: University of Kentucky College of Law
Date: 42391
Time: 8:30AM to 5:00PM
Purpose of Event/Project: Every year the Kentucky Law Journal organizes a symposium to bring
together leading scholars to speak about relevant topics in the law. The topic of this year's
symposium is Election Law. We picked this topic because it is highly relevant as we are in the
midst of an election year. Furthermore, election law affects every potential voter. Thus it has a
broad appeal to more than just lawyers and scholars. The symposium is a way for University of
Kentucky students, as well as the Lexington community as a whole, to learn about important issues
in election law that affect the upcoming elections.
Total Cost: 11783.83
Org funds used: University of Kentucky College of Law- $3,000
Kentucky Law Journal General Account- $2,500
Kentucky Law Journal Alumni Account- $4,500
Total-$10,000
Detailed Description of Request: The itemized budget below depicts the estimated cost for the
event and social engagements planned for the participants the day before the event.
Itemized Budget
Round trip Flights for 4 speakers-$4,195
*Requesting Student Government Funds
Travel Reimbursements for 8 speakers (driving)-$1,515.67
Hotel Reservations for 12 speakers-$1,271.16
Production Tour at Wild Turkey-$300
Rental vans for travel to Wild Turkey-$150
Dinner (Portofinos)-$2,678
Breakfast-$300
Lunch (Boone Center)-$864
Incidentals (Continuing Legal Education Certification Cost, Pens, Pads, Water Bottles)-$150
Brochure/Program- $100-200
Complimentary Gift- $160
Received funding this year: No
Will use UK Managed Print Services: Yes
Open to all students: Yes
Agreed to Terms & Conditions: Yes
An Act Relating To: ACM
Sponsors:
Introduced:
S. 33-2016
Senator Stekardis
11/11/15
BE IT ENACTED THAT THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Provide funds for a Senate Special Project to assist the ACM at
the total of $2,450.
(See the following page for more details)
Name of Org: ACM
Members in Org: 40
Contact: Dean Crockett
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 5028218087
Purpose of Org: Our ACM chapter is dedicated to cultivating and expanding a culture for
computer science (CS) students at the university. We accomplish this through several student-run
events throughout the year, which bring together the CS community on campus to network, teach,
and learn together.
Type of Grant: Senate Special Project ($2,500--Must Have A Sponsoring Senator)
Sponsoring Senator: Angelo Stekardis
Event/Project: ACM room renovations
Location: Engineering Annex
Date: November
Time: Not Applicable
Purpose of Event/Project: The ACM operates out of a study room which we have been provided
by the University. Our room is located in the Engineering Annex. Over the summer, we received
funding to partially renovate our room, which had fallen into a state of disrepair over the course of
several years. Although we accomplished significant cosmetic improvements, the room's amenities
remain insufficient for the constant daily use of our students. The funds we are requesting from the
student council would allow us to finish these renovations, and outfit our organization to grow to
its fullest potential.
Total Cost: 2450
Org funds used: We have received $2,000 from the college of engineering student council to be
used for our annual programming competition, CatHacks.
We have also collected $600 in dues from our members. These funds will be held throughout the
school year as a security deposit for the room.
Detailed Description of Request: • (1) Office Printer $250
The ACM is currently using a printer with a broken LCD panel. This is an inkjet printer unfit for
office use, and the lack of a display makes printing any document incredibly difficult and timeexhaustive. The Brother MFC-J5720DW is a sufficient office-level printer at $250 MSRP.
• (10) Desk chairs $750
The ACM is currently using 8 worn, mismatched chairs salvaged from a storage room in the
Engineering Annex. 6 of the chairs sit low to the ground, have hard plastic arm rests, stiff back
support and no adjustable height. The other 2 chairs are leather desk chairs, but are much older, and
have rips and tears in the leather. None of these chairs are ideal, and we would like to replace them
completely with a set of Amazon Basics mid-back desk chairs, priced at $75 each.
• (2) Work Station computers $800
The ACM is the study center of choice for most of our members. Our room is occupied nearly 24/7
with members working on programming assignments, personal projects, etc. For many students,
the laptop they use for class isn’t powerful enough to handle work such as editing and design.
Consequently, many students have brought their personal workstations into the room, and we
would like none of members to have to do this. For $800, we would be able to build 2 workstations
with ample power to meet our member’s needs. We have calculated this budget around the most
cost-effective parts currently on the market.
• (2) Raspberry Pi 2’s $70
The Raspberry Pi is an invaluable resource to electrical engineering students. This is a low-cost,
versatile, re-programmable Arduino circuit board. These allow students to learn and practice circuit
logic, input and output, and how to program software for tangible, interactive hardware. In the past,
our members have used their own Raspberry Pi’s to create a fully functional arcade machine, and a
laser projector that is now being funded as a University research project. We would like 2
Raspberry Pi’s for our members to experiment with, and make their own projects.
• (4) Logitech K400 wireless keyboards $100
When working with circuit boards external input is often required, and our members often need to
bring their personal keyboards from home just to continue what they’re working on. We would like
4 basic wireless keyboards for our member’s general multipurpose use.
• (4) Wireless mice $100
As covered above, our room is currently ill-equipped for the needs of our member’s projects. We
would like to request 4 wireless computer mice for our members’ general multipurpose use.
• (5) Surge protector $75
The ACM uses surge protectors at the majority of our events, to power computers, screens,
speakers, etc. An investment in additional surge protectors would be essential this year, as we grow
in members, and as our events grow in participation. We have found several options for suitable
surge protectors online, at ~$15 each.
• (1) Apple TV $150
The Apple TV has an open software development kit that is easy to comprehend and utilize for
beginning programmers. Several of our members have expressed interest in developing software
applications for this device, and we believe this could turn into an excellent community project.
Software development for the Apple TV would also be an ideal project for programming
competitions and hackathons, such as our annual CatHacks competition. Having an Apple TV in
our inventory would be a valuable extracurricular resource for our members.
• (1) Nest Security Camera $200
With the new additions to our room including several devices of considerable value, the ACM
student government has expressed a small concern security. We believe it would be forwardthinking to invest in a security camera, to protect our inventory moving forward as our organization
expands. Additionally, it would do well for the peace-of-mind of our members to know that their
possessions are safe in the room without the need of constant surveillance.
Received funding this year: No
Will use UK Managed Print Services: No
Open to all students: Yes
Agreed to Terms & Conditions: Yes
An Act Relating To: Media Depot Club
Sponsors:
Introduced:
S. 34-2016
Senator Shelton
11/11/15
BE IT ENACTED THAT THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Provide funds for a Senate Special Project to assist the Media
Depot Club at the total of $2,500.
(See the following page for more details)
Name of Org: Media Depot Club
Members in Org: 55+
Contact: Eric Sanders
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 606 669 5704
Purpose of Org: To educate and train students on professional media and video production
techniques. To promote a collaborative media production learning environment for students to
learn and grow regardless of major.
Type of Grant: Senate Special Project ($2,500--Must Have A Sponsoring Senator)
Sponsoring Senator: Amy Shelton
Event/Project: Live @ the Hub
Location: William T. Young Library
Date: Monthly
Time: 6:30pm
Purpose of Event/Project: The Media Depot Club has started a monthly live video production
event called "Live @ the Hub" which will allow students hands on experience with a working with
a full production crew, actors, special guests, and live bands.
Funding would allow the Media Depot club the ability to refine the equipment currently in our
inventory and equip us with the resources to film these events next semester.
Resources acquired through funding will be available for any student club member to use on
personal video projects
Total Cost: 2499.57
Org funds used: There is currently no funds committed by the Media Depot Club.
Detailed Description of Request: Detailed Description of Request:
Request is for the following items:
Kessler Pocket Jib Traveler $499.95
Digital Juice Pro Flag Kit $278.95 x2
LED Lights $159.95 x2
Zoom H6 Handy Recorder $399.99
Glide Gear Aluminum Track $197.00
Lowel Protective Screen Tota Light $7.49 x3
Lowel Umbrella $19.99 x2
Lowel Protective Screen Omni Light $9.48 x2
C-Stand Grip Arm Kit $148.95 x2
Impact FTK Lamp $9.98 x3
Impact EMD Lamp $4.99 x4
Gel Frame $21.89 x2
Frost Gels $11.98
Color Gels $32.88
Oben 3/8’’ to 1/4’’ Reducer Bushing $2.49 x2
TOTAL: $2,499.57
Received funding this year: No
Will use UK Managed Print Services: Yes
Open to all students: Yes
Agreed to Terms & Conditions: Yes
An Act Relating To: Student Fees Allocation
Committee
Sponsors:
Introduced:
S. 35-2016
Senator Botts
11/11/15
BE IT ENACTED THAT THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Approve Anne Dickson to serve on the Student Fees Allocation
Committee.
(See the following page for more details)
An Act Relating To: Student Fees Allocation
Committee
Sponsors:
Introduced:
S. 36-2016
Senator Ekman
11/11/15
BE IT ENACTED THAT THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Approve Clayton Abernathy to serve on the Student Fees
Allocation Committee.
(See the following page for more details)
An Act Relating To: Student Fees Allocation
Committee
Sponsors:
Introduced:
S. 37-2016
Senator Ball
11/11/15
BE IT ENACTED THAT THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Approve Kelci Nicole Webb to serve on the Student Fees
Allocation Committee.
(See the following page for more details)
An Act Relating To: Student Fees Allocation
Committee
Sponsors:
Introduced:
S. 38-2016
Senator Montgomery
11/11/15
BE IT ENACTED THAT THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Approve Olivia Sentor to serve on the Student Fees Allocation
Committee.
(See the following page for more details)
An Act Relating To: SGA Constitution
Sponsors:
Sen. Hannah Botts
Introduced:
10/28/15
S. 39-2016
BE IT ENACTED THAT THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Approve the revisions to the UK Student Government
Constitution.
(See the following page for more details)
UK Student Government Constitution
ARTICLE I. LEGISLATIVE BRANCH
Section 3. Membership
B. In order to serve as Senator At-large, a student must be enrolled at the
University of Kentucky- Lexington Campus, or the Medical Center for one semester
prior to and during the time of office. They must have a cumulative grade point
average of 2.5 since enrolling at the University of Kentucky and must not be on
University imposed academic probation.
C. In order to serve as a College Senator, a student must be enrolled in that
college and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 since enrolling at the
University of Kentucky and must not be on University imposed academic probation.
These Senators also serve as student members of the University Senate and are
subject to the Rules of the University Senate.
ARTICLE VI – ELECTIONS
Section 1. Types of Elections
A. The President, Vice-President, and Senators At-Large shall be elected by
the entire membership of the student body in an election held on the seventh
and eighth working days prior to Spring Break on the Wednesday and Thursday
two weeks before Spring Break, hereinafter known as the Spring Elections.
B. The Elections Board of Supervision shall consist of five members. Each member
shall be nominated by the Student Body President and approved by a majority vote
of the Student Senate. This board will be responsible for the administration of
Spring and Freshmen elections, including:…
1. Adequately conducting the election, including
.
A . Submitting to the Student Senate, no less than eight weeks before the
Spring Elections and three weeks prior to the Freshmen Elections, the voting
polling locations, times, and zones where campaigning is prohibited, which
the Student Senate shall amend and approve by majority vote.
Section 3. Filing Requirements and Procedures
A. The period for filing for a ballot position in the Spring Elections shall start six
(6) weeks prior to the first election day and shall continue until four (4) weeks prior
to the first election day run continuously for a period of two weeks.
Section 7. Elections Timeline
A. Elections for Student Body President and Vice-President, Senators At-Large, and
College Senators shall be held on the eighth and ninth working days following
Spring Break Wednesday and Thursday two weeks before Spring Break, with the
exception of special elections, which shall be held at the determination of the
Supreme Court.
B. The Freshman Senators shall be elected by the Freshman class on a Wednesday
and Thursday by the tenth week of classes but not earlier than the seventh week of
classes of the fall semester between the seventh and tenth weeks of classes in the
Fall Semester. The Wednesday/Thursday date shall be determined by the Senate
President.
Section 8. Voting Procedures
B. An act shall be passed annually by a majority of the Senate and the signature of
the Student Body President establishing the voting method, which shall include a
minimum of two voting polling locations and may include online voting.
1) ―”Voting areas” and ―”voting polling location” constitutes a location in
which students can vote in elections using technology technology or a
paper ballot provided by UKSGA. The locations will be under the direct
supervision and control of the Elections Board of Supervision.
2) “Polling area” constitutes an area within 25 feet of the designated
polling locations set by the Elections Board of Supervision.
2) ―”Online Voting” constitutes a voting system that allows voters to vote from
any computer
connected to the internet.‖
ARTICLE VII: GENERAL STUDENT ASSEMBLY
Section 3. Procedures
B. Five hundred (500) members of the Student Government Association Student
Body shall constitute a quorum.
An Act Relating To: Elections Act
Sponsors:
Sen. Hannah Botts
Introduced:
10/28/15
S. 40-2016
BE IT ENACTED THAT THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT
ASSOCIATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
Approve the revisions to the Election Procedure And Rules Act
of 2010.
(See the following page for more details)
ELECTION PROCEDURES AND RULES ACT OF 2010
II. Definitions
G. Polling Location Area
1. A polling location area shall be defined as the area within twenty-five feet of an official
voting location designated by the Elections Board of Supervision on the day of the
election.
V. Violations
A. If a candidate is found to have violated any of the policies outlined in Section IV above, the
Student Government Supreme Court can sanction the candidate as follows:
3. The Supreme Court may choose to revoke the candidacy for students who have
violated State or Federal laws, University guidelines, Student Government Constitution,
or the Student Code of Conduct, with or without warning. This includes violations related
to unethical or dishonorable conduct.
4. The Supreme Court may choose to nullify all votes, or a percentage of votes, cast for a
candidate if violations are reported after the polling is closed for egregious conduct, with
or without warning
IX. Vote Counting
X. Campaign Materials
A. Restrictions on the Placement of Campaign Materials
2. There shall be no posters in classrooms.
a. Classrooms are defined as rooms where at least two different Universityadministered classes occur weekly during the semester in which the election is
held.
B. No person may bribe, give, or lend anything of over one dollar ($1.00) in value in
order to induce a person to vote or refrain from voting or to vote for or against a
candidate or refrain from voting altogether