Highline Board of Trustees Study Session
The study session focused on a comprehensive review of the preliminary fiscal budget for the 2027 fiscal year. Key discussion topics included an analysis of state funding sources, including operating and capital budgets, comparisons of state funding for higher education versus other sectors like corrections, and a breakdown of state budget allocations. The meeting also addressed specific budget planning objectives, such as strategic retention of students and personnel and the enhancement of physical and non-physical infrastructure. Additionally, the process for budget planning was reviewed, highlighting the role of the budget advisory council, the transparent planning process, and specific impacts such as faculty salary adjustments, changes to Running Start funding, and ADA compliance initiatives.