Board of Trustees of the Community College District of the County of Macomb Information Session
The board reviewed several key items, including enrollment data showing growth in both credit hours and headcount. Discussions addressed the state budget, specifically compliance with administrative cost caps, the impact of the Governor's proposed budget on operational funding and tuition restraint, and strategies regarding Workforce Pell initiatives. The board received updates on personnel changes, ongoing Perkins Grant-funded purchases, and policy actions regarding the awarding of degrees. Additionally, the meeting covered emergency remediation efforts for flood damage in the South Campus E building, extensive K-12 and dual enrollment outreach successes, upcoming cultural center exhibits, and new federal trademark filings. The meeting concluded with a presentation on tuition and fees for the upcoming academic year and a closed session regarding collective bargaining.