Brookdale Community College

The meeting will involve a public business session conducted in a hybrid format, followed by an executive session. Key topics for the executive session include discussions on attorney-client privilege and contract negotiations. Formal action is expected to be taken on agenda items, and the public will have opportunities for comment during the proceedings.

The Board of Trustees held a retreat focused on evaluating board performance, endorsing new BOLD strategic priorities, and refining the structure of board and committee meetings. Financial discussions centered on long-term sustainability, addressing rising operating costs such as healthcare expenses, and diversifying revenue streams. The board also prepared for the upcoming MSCHE reaccreditation visit through a mock evaluation exercise and outlined future actions regarding FY28 budget projections and strategic plan updates.

The board meeting included the formal adoption of the meeting agenda. A primary discussion topic was the MSCHE Self-Study Team Chair visit, during which the visiting chair provided feedback on the draft Self-Study report and reviewed expectations and preparations for the upcoming institutional evaluation visit scheduled for later in the year.

The Board of Trustees will hold a public business meeting to conduct formal actions, with opportunities provided for public comment. The meeting will include an executive session to discuss matters related to attorney-client privilege, personnel, real estate, and contract negotiations.

The board meeting agenda covered administrative procedures including a President's report and various committee updates on finance, facilities, audits, and student success. Key discussion items included an ad-hoc credential expansion, a foundation update regarding distinguished alumni awards, and the authorization to present honorary associate degrees. The board also reviewed human resources actions, acceptance of gifts, submission of grants, financial reports, budget forecasts, capital project updates, and procurement and vendor payment requests. The meeting concluded with the ratification of an alternate public records custodian and a resolution to hold a closed session.