James Dunlavey

The board discussed and authorized financing resolutions for New York University bond refunding to achieve interest rate savings. The President's report highlighted recent public finance activities including bonds issued for Columbia University, ongoing school district pool financing, and various campus visits and community development initiatives across New York state, such as infrastructure upgrades supported by the New York Swims and New York Bricks programs. Leadership updates were announced, including promotions for the Chief Diversity Officer and the Director of the Opportunity Programs Group, as well as the retirement of the Managing Director of Construction.

The committee discussed a financing request for New York University involving a bond issuance not to exceed $500 million for a term of up to 20 years. The proceeds are intended for refunding existing bond series to achieve interest rate savings, estimated at approximately $39.2 million in net present value. The committee reviewed the university's recent financial and enrollment data, including positive net income margins and growth in unrestricted net assets, before moving to recommend the financing proposal to the full board.

The board meeting included the election of officers for the corporation. The members conducted an annual review of the subsidiary by-laws, mission statement, performance measures, and metrics, confirming them in their current form. A comprehensive report was provided regarding the Atlantic Avenue subsidiary's historical context, the status of the transformation plan for the One Brooklyn Health System, ongoing financial performance, and the status of property management and development projects.

The meeting agenda includes a report from the Finance Committee Chair and the presentation of a resolution for single approval financing for New York University. Additionally, the President will provide a report, and the board will review public finance, financial, and construction project reports.

The document serves as a formal notice for the upcoming Finance Committee meeting. It provides details regarding the meeting location options, including offices in Albany, Buffalo, and New York City, and information on how the public may attend or view the proceedings via a live video stream.