David Bolinski

The board meeting covered several key operational and strategic topics. Discussions included an open forum regarding the deactivation of the Airframe & Powerplant program, a treasurer's report on the college's sound financial position, and an update from the student trustee regarding student engagement initiatives and the student activity fee budget. The board received reports from various committees, including an audit update with a clean opinion, Foundation fundraising efforts for theater lighting, and federal advocacy updates. The president's report highlighted student engagement and the growth of the Center for Corporate and Community Education. Board discussion items focused on 80th-anniversary planning, sexual harassment and Title IX policy revisions, the 2026-27 diversity plan, the integrated strategic framework, and the operating budget and tuition/fee schedule. The board also handled various consent agenda items, including nominations and personnel appointments, following specific discussions on strategic framework revisions and conflicts of interest.

The board meeting covered several key discussion topics including the Chair's report on institutional accomplishments, a comprehensive Treasurer's report on the college's financial position, and a Student Trustee report on congress initiatives and campus engagement. Committees, including the Auxiliary Services Corporation, Dormitory Corporation, and Foundation, provided updates on operations, facility improvements, and investment progress. The President's report included accreditation updates, new scenario planning tools for policy discussions, and academic senate activities. Additionally, the meeting featured a spotlight presentation on access and accommodation services for students and an in-depth discussion on the Racial Equity Leadership Academy (RELA) aimed at addressing equity gaps. Various consent agenda items were approved, including policy revisions, program changes, and staffing appointments.

The board meeting covered a wide range of reports including the Chair's report on student and faculty achievements, the Treasurer's report on the college's financial position, and a student trustee update. Committee reports were provided for the Student Success Committee, Auxiliary Services Corporation, Dormitory Corporation, Foundation, and ACCT/NYCCT. Key discussion topics included the Middle States Commission on Higher Education self-study progress, the college's 80th anniversary and Community College Month planning, and a board policy revision concerning the duties of officers to allow for re-election eligibility. Personnel matters were discussed in executive session, and several administrative and faculty promotions and designations were approved.

The meeting featured a Chair's report highlighting academic milestones, athletic successes, and EOP program achievements. The Treasurer provided an overview of tuition revenue, grant status, and institutional investments. The Student Trustee reported on engagement initiatives. Committee updates included reports from the Student Success Committee on SUNY initiatives, Foundation financial growth and upcoming member events, and federal policy advocacy through ACCT and NYCCT. The President announced potential federal funding for technology equipment and participation in a dual credit pathways initiative, and shared improvements in graduation and retention rates. A spotlight presentation addressed campus infrastructure evolution. Discussion items included a board policy revision regarding student withdrawals and an annual cybersecurity report.

The meeting included an open forum presentation regarding the potential use of Prospect Memorial Field for the Women's Softball team. The Chair's report highlighted year-end achievements, new trustee welcome, and community project launches. The Treasurer's Report noted an increase to the petty cash fund on the Rome Campus and a budget amendment reflecting increased grant funding. Committee reports covered Auxiliary Services Corporation discussions on bookstore and vending operations, and Foundation updates on year-end campaigns, fundraising goals, and the 2026 Alumni Award recipients. The ACCT/NYCCT report addressed national policy impacts and upcoming legislative events. The President's Report noted the Men's Basketball team's national ranking and presented Key Performance Indicator data on graduate outcomes, specifically highlighting earnings gaps based on gender and Pell Grant status. Discussion items included taking the first reading of the Policy on Policies from the table for subsequent formal adoption. The consent agenda covered the approval of previous minutes, the Treasurer's Report, several Board Policy Revisions (Sexual/Romantic Relationship and Conflicts of Interest), capital project budget increases for Dental Hygiene and Theater Upgrades, and amendments to the Staffing Plan for several positions, along with the approval of a new Microcredential.