Douglas Burchfield

The Haywood Community College Board of Trustees meeting included the swearing in of newly appointed trustees and SGA officers, approval of the FY 2025-2026 Slate of Officers, and a consent agenda. The President's Report covered new employee introductions, a report of vacancies, facilities updates including the Workforce Outdoor Training Site and RBAC Renovation Project, and college updates such as an agreement with Haywood County Schools and the announcement of the 60th Anniversary Celebration. The board also discussed the project budget for the WOTS and RBAC Renovation Projects, encroachment issues, and the RCAC's waiting list and capacity.

The Haywood Community College Board of Trustees meeting included recognition of outgoing trustees, updates on new employees, and a request for WCE course fees for CDL and Lineman programs. Reports were given on the recent graduation, and updates were provided on Parental Leave and Pregnant and Parenting Employees policies. The board discussed facilities updates, including the Workforce Outdoor Training Facility and RBAC Renovation, and approved awarding the RBAC Renovation contract to Clark and Leatherwood. The Nominating Committee presented the 2025-2026 Interim Slate of Officers. The board also discussed an interagency facility use agreement with Haywood County Schools and approved a monthly mileage stipend and an increase to the annual bonus for Dr. White.

The Haywood Community College Board of Trustees meeting included reports from the SGA, a study abroad trip to Mexico, and the president. The president's report covered a new employee report, an update on the Region A Nursing Consortium Agreement, the Western Community College Leadership Academy, and an accreditation update. The board also discussed Policy 1.5, accounts receivable write-offs, college updates, and the nominating committee's report. A closed session was held to discuss legal and personnel matters.

The strategic plan outlines the institution's vision to enrich everyone through education and its mission to serve the educational needs and economic growth of the community by promoting lifelong student learning and success. It is guided by core values such as support, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and creativity. The plan focuses on strategic goals and objectives, including increasing enrollment, improving engagement with students, community, and employees, addressing facilities and infrastructure needs, enhancing talent development, and promoting student growth and success.

The Haywood Community College Board of Trustees held a meeting to discuss various topics including the SGA report, President's report, program-specific audit, FYE 2024 sound fiscal management reporting, college updates, community college day in Raleigh, tuition and legislative efforts, facilities update, requested funding amendments for projects, president's evaluation packet distribution, FY 2025-2026 county budget review, and the upcoming election of officers.