Angela Casey-Bradshaw

The board reviewed and approved the FY 2027 budget, which includes a $2,000 raise for all employees, and authorized its submission to the CTCS Council. Multiple academic programs were approved for review, including various Associate of Applied Science and Associate of Arts and Science degrees. The meeting also featured a presentation of the President's report regarding enrollment and college events. Furthermore, the board held an executive session regarding the president's evaluation, subsequently resolving to approve a new contract for the President with a salary of $197,500.

The board packet covers several administrative and financial items, including the finance committee report with a review of fiscal year 2026 performance and revenue analysis. It outlines the agenda for the meeting, which involves leadership elections for the next fiscal year, faculty presentations, and the approval of the meeting calendar. The president’s report details enrollment updates, facility improvement projects, and internal data insights regarding student success. Additionally, the document highlights institutional achievements such as program milestones, student capstone projects, and community engagement activities.

The Board meeting included a review of the Finance Committee report regarding FY 2026 financial performance, and the approval of a 2.0% increase in resident, non-resident, and metro tuition alongside proposed program and special fees for FY 2027. The board approved the construction of a Student Care Center, updated the college's purchasing policy, and established a nomination committee for upcoming board officers. The President provided reports on enrollment trends, student success metrics, ongoing grant applications, and faculty training initiatives.

The board reviewed the finance committee report, noting revenue was slightly above target and expenses were below target with 355 days of cash on hand. The board approved an update to the IT Acceptable Use Policy and authorized construction for the Learning Commons Phase 2 project, contingent on a budget not exceeding $476,450. Additionally, the President presented a report on enrollment, new programs, and fundraising, and the board received a briefing on upcoming required actions, including tuition approvals and officer elections.

The scheduled meeting agenda includes the determination of a quorum, review of consent items which cover approvals for previous meeting minutes from August 21, 2025, and a Special Meeting from October 3, 2025. Key reports will feature the Finance Committee presenting an overview of the October Board Report and a brief review of the audited financial statements for Fiscal Year 2025. The agenda also includes the introduction of a new Student Representative and the President's Report. The board's focus goals include the Student Care Center, Alternative Scheduling, Growing the Workforce 10X, and AI Power Users.